We’re looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic Second Chef to join the team at Wee Bits, working alongside our Head Chef.
Wee Bits is a successful and highly rated independent restaurant, known for excellent food, friendly service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our menus combine relaxed dining with creative, high-quality cooking—from popular small plates and handmade burgers to dishes such as Goat’s Cheese Brûlée, Seafood Linguine, Cured Sea Trout, Game Terrine, Venison Loin and indulgent homemade desserts.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is genuinely passionate about food and enjoys working in a busy restaurant kitchen. Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn are equally important.
The role will include:
- Working closely with our Head Chef and the rest of the kitchen team
- Preparing and cooking dishes consistently to a high standard
- Assisting with food preparation, service and presentation
- Maintaining excellent food-hygiene and kitchen-cleanliness standards
- Following food-safety and allergen procedures
- Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries and reducing waste
- Supporting the smooth running of busy evening and weekend services
- Contributing ideas and continuing to develop your culinary skills
The successful candidate must be:
- Hardworking, reliable and punctual
- Calm and organised under pressure
- Passionate about cooking and high-quality food
- Able to work effectively as part of a close team
- Available to work evenings and weekends
- Willing to learn and take pride in every dish leaving the kitchen
The position will initially be part-time and will begin with a paid two-week trial period. Trial hours and the initial hourly rate will be agreed before starting. Following a successful trial, ongoing hours and pay will be reviewed and negotiated based on experience, performance and availability.
This is a genuine opportunity to join a thriving local restaurant, work alongside experienced professionals and learn from the best—gaining valuable knowledge, confidence and hands-on restaurant experience.
Wee Bits, Newton Stewart
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