Big Woods Edinburgh: Cook

Bigwoodsrestaurants; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local dining brand in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare ingredients, maintain food safety standards, and execute cooking techniques. The ideal candidate has knowledge of various cooking methods and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required. Benefits include discounts on meals and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Discounts on meals and merchandise

Potential for upward mobility

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees

Qualifications

• Age 18+ required.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients: portion, prep, and ready for cooking.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Execute cooking techniques and plate dishes to restaurant standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff for timely order preparation.
• Keep cooking stations clean, organized, and stocked.
• Assist with equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Communicate with front-of-house for accurate orders.
• Provide dishwashing support as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards

Education

ServeSafe certification

Job description

Big Woods Edinburgh: Cook at Big Woods Restaurants (Edinburgh, IN – part‑time)

Pay Range

$15.50/hr – $16.50/hr (actual pay based on skills and experience)

Company Overview

Big Woods Restaurants is a local brand rooted in Indiana, serving communities across the state including Nashville. We focus on warm hospitality, local brews, handcrafted cocktails, and Midwestern comfort food. Our team works closely with sister companies such as Hard Truth Restaurant, Hard Truth Distilling Co., and Quaff ON! Brewing Co.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients: portion, prep, and ready for cooking.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Execute cooking techniques and plate dishes to restaurant standards.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and coordinated order preparation.
• Keep cooking stations clean, organized, and stocked.
• Assist with equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Communicate with front‑of‑house to ensure accurate orders.
• Provide dishwashing support as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle high‑pressure situations.
• Availability evenings, weekends, holidays; must have weekend availability.
• ServeSafe certification.
• Age 18+.

Benefits

• Discounts on meals and merchandise.
• Potential for upward mobility.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for those meeting full‑time threshold.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Services

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