Junior Sous Chef Bolton, England
Job description
The Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa in Bromley cross are currently seeking talented chefs from a fresh food background with a stable career path, people with multi outlet, 4* hotel plus pedigree will have a distinct advantage.
This is a busy fast paced environment with multiple kitchens serving different types of cuisine, you must be up to speed with techniques old and new.
You must possess a basic food hygiene certificate.
The hotel features 135 bedrooms with residents bar and lounges all reflecting the hotels eclectic design, a retreat for both business and leisure guests wishing to enjoy a relaxed stay in a quiet location.
A quality Breakfast is available to all guests and a traditional Tea shop menu offered throughout the day.
The hotel is also a popular Wedding and Function venue.
Responsibilities of the Chefs include delivering high quality food to valued guests, maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, and participating in all aspects of the kitchen within an existing team.
We are looking to add strength to our team, with an opportunity to develop and progress within the team for the right candidates.
The positions are for an average of 45 hours per week, depending upon business needs you may be required to do more from time to time, you will normally be working 5 days out of 7. You will be required to work a flexible shift pattern which includes mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
The right fit, for this environment you will need to possess the job skills outlined below, in this role you will need to work closely with the Executive Head Chef and the senior kitchen team to maintain and improve food quality and standards throughout the property, You must be adept at being able to adapt at any situation and think on your feet using you initiative to problem solve.
- Relevant qualifications for this role
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Good knowledge of managing food margins/GP's and menu planning
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Strong supervisory skills
- A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required)
- A creative approach to the production of food and using the ingredients at your disposal
- Positive attitude can do attitude
- Good communication skills
This is a supervisory role therefore when the Executive Head Chef is absent, it is your responsibility to run the kitchens and all food outlets.
You will also take care of food purchasing and storage, and be accountable for the food margin.
As well as, maintaining a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
In addition, you are also going to assist with the training and development of the kitchen team.
Meals are provided on duty.
Chef whites are provided,
In house development program for chefs and kitchen staff.
28 days paid holiday per year.
Salary extremely competitive and negotiable depending upon experience.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Because of the location of the property and local transport link someone who has their own transport would be best suited.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.50-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- BOLTON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 5 years (preferred)
- Chefs: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: JNR SOUS MAY'23
