UCOOK - Store Assistant Chef

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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">An opportunity has become available for a Store Assistant Chef at UCOOK. We are looking for a capable, dynamic and experienced foodie to produce our products for our new UCOOK concept store in Cape Town. Our ideal candidate has strong culinary skills, great team work, and a passion for exceptional customer satisfaction. They will have experience in recipe development and food production, with abilities in manufacturing, inventory control, food safety, planning, and waste. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">ABOUT THE ROLE </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The UCOOK Store Assistant Chef is responsible for producing the weekly store menu (Deli, Grab &amp; Go, Meal Kit, Bakery), as well as other products that might be required. This role is primarily production and includes but is not limited to; brainstorming, recipe testing, and shelf life testing. 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