Job description

Nirvana Spa is a luxury, one of a kind establishment with excellence at the heart of all that we do. Our aim is to provide a journey to our customers that leaves them feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and totally looked after through our service and use of our exceptional facilities. Our facilities boast a beautiful spa restaurant and an elegant, year-round garden pergola, each with a relaxed ambiance and stunning pool views. Our experienced chefs use top quality, locally sourced produce to create innovative new dishes. We prioritise good health and great flavours, whilst catering for a wide range of tastes and appetites including vegan and free-from options. Overall aim of the role: As an Apprentice Commis Chef you are on the first rung of the ladder to becoming a great chef. Working alongside our experienced and inspirational team who will mentor and develop your kitchen skills and support your career progression, you will be enrolled onto our fully funded Commis Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship Programme, in partnership with Highbury College Experience is not essential, we want somebody who is enthusiastic, self-motivated, and passionate about the industry. What you’ll do: Key responsibilities of this role will include: Follow all food & hygiene legislations Help prepare & deliver food in all kitchens Assist with safe storage of deliveries Assist with cleaning of all kitchen areas Assist with washing & cleaning of all crockery, pans and utensils Who you’ll be: The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: Someone who is organised and able to work under pressure Enjoys and wants to be an active member of a team Has a great eye for detail and takes pride in delivering top quality menu items Is flexible and adaptable approach to work Demonstrates a high level of professionalism What we’ll offer you: We offer an attractive benefits package which includes: Life Assurance (4 X Annual Salary) Medical Cash plan through Medicash Contributory Company Pension Scheme Complimentary membership to Nirvana Spa and Nirvana Fitness Clubs Discounts on selected products Annual Flu Vaccine Company sick pay Free on-site parking Paid breaks Company uniform provided Fully funded Commis Chef Level 2 Qualification Equal Opportunities Nirvana Spa and Leisure Ltd recognises that discrimination in the workplace in any form is unacceptable and in most cases unlawful. We have therefore adopted an Equal Opportunities Policy to ensure that all job applicants and employees are treated fairly and without favour or prejudice. We are committed to applying this policy throughout all areas of employment, recruitment and selection, training, development and promotion. In all situations, people will be judged solely on merit or ability. We will ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic, or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political opinion/affiliation, age, religion or belief. Our application form will be as simple and straight forward as possible and we will not ask for unnecessary information. Interview questions will be related to the requirements of the job and we will not seek irrelevant qualifications. Applicants will be short listed/selected solely on the basis of capability.