Junior Cook
Junior Cook
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Job Description
The EMBL Food Services (Canteen and Cafeteria) currently accommodates up to 800 meals daily taking into account the international background of the customers coming from approx. 90 nations. Lunch and snacks can be purchased with the means of a rechargeable lunch-card. The Canteen menu is international and consists of vegetarian meat and fish dishes as well as several side dishes most of which are fresh and some of which are prepared using front cooking. Catering is also provided for courses and conferences run at EMBLs Advanced Training Centre as well as internal meetings and social events.
The weekly working time of 39 hours is usually spread over a 5-day week from 06:00 to 14:30 (Tuesdays and Thursdays 06:30 - 14:30). In the case of conferences and seminars overtime may be worked in the evenings or at weekends.
These hours may vary and be adjusted by EMBL according to need and area of assignment. This position may also include shifts in other departments such as Kindergarten Kitchen ISG Hotel and Cafeteria. Evening and/or weekend assignments are possible.
Your role
The main duties of the position are:
Preparation of international dishes with the aid of various cooking techniques.
Preparation of all hot and cold dishes within the framework of the division of labour of a kitchen team saucier poissonnier entremetier gardemanger ptissier
Arrangement of dishes and corresponding presentation in the free-flow system and thus direct contact with the guests
Preparation implementation and supervision of events for up to 500 people in the future
Participation in the planning and implementation of promotional weeks in the EMBL canteen
Monitoring and reordering stock receiving the goods required for the kitchen taking into account quality and freshness as well as professional storage of the goods
Maintaining equipment kitchen utensils and the workplace taking into account hygiene regulations
Joint responsibility for instructing up to 6 trainees
Independent responsible for cooking and supporting evening events seminars and courses
The Junior Cook will report to the Executive chef
You have
You have successfully completed your training as a chef and are characterised by a clean careful and conscientious way of working
You have a very friendly and open personality and find it easy to get along in an international environment and in cooperation with international colleagues
You are responsible and independently recognise where action is needed
You are able to work under pressure
Reliability and independence are just as natural as punctuality and flexibility
Good German and English language skills are essential
The presentation of a certificate according to 43 Para. 1 No. 1 of the Infection Protection Act or the health instruction of the public health department is a prerequisite to be able to carry out the work
You may also have
Previous relevant experience also gained in an international context is advantageous
Contract length: 1 year
Salary: Grade 3 (monthly salary starting from 3.4k up to 3.7k after tax before German social
security deductions)
Why join us
EMBL is curiosity-driven community-oriented and international. As an inclusive equal opportunity employer we believe that diversity enables us to collaborate more effectively and be innovative in our approaches. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive and flexible culture - one where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation.
We encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing team we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and personal experiences reflect the diversity of the populations that our science serves. We actively encourage applications from all genders and cultures ethnic groups and all demographics to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights at this transformational point in our people strategy.
Campus life & benefits:
Attractive income tax free salary and full inclusion in the national system including related benefits
Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns
Generous time off:30 days annual leave per year in addition to public holidays
Campus life:Free shuttle bus to and from work on-site library subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria casual dress code extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
Family benefits: On-site Kindergarten (Heidelberg) maternity leave and holiday clubs on campus
What else you need to know
EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we apply DORA principles to our recruitment and performance assessment processes here
Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women LGBTQ & individuals from all nationalities.
How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date shown below.
Closing Date
14/09/2025Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
