Onboard a new kitchen starter

Right to work, food hygiene, allergens and a safe first shift.

  1. Check right to work. Most people forget this: Restaurants are among the most fined sectors for illegal working
  2. Send the contract and rota
  3. Set up payroll and tips
  4. Walk through the kitchen safety rules and fire exits
  5. Train on the allergen matrix
  6. Book the level 2 food hygiene course
  7. Pair them with a senior chef
  8. Sign off they can work the section alone (Head chef signs off)

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