Kitchen Assistant Dumbarton, Scotland
Job description
Kitchen assistant
WHO WE ARE
Frasers of Balmaha are a family-owned hospitality business based in and around Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. We are proud to be the area's largest employer, and make all our decisions with our people and our planet in mind.
WHAT WE DO
In the interest of achievable growth and bringing our team along with the journey, we continue to invest time and resources in training, development and aligning with our values. It is our aim to hire emerging talent, encourage staff engagement, develop leaders, and achieve our goals together.
OUR VALUES
F amily
R esilience
A bove and beyond
S ustainability
E xcel
R esourceful
THE ROLE
We are looking to bolster our kitchen team at The Oak Tree Inn in Balmaha, recent winner of SLTN's Gastropub of the Year. We are hiring for chefs of all levels, from trainee chefs with minimal experience, up to Kitchen Manager for the right candidate.
We have immediate start available, as well as opportunity to join us in the new year.
You don’t need previous experience to join us as a trainee chef, all training will be provided. It’s all about what you can bring as a person. So if you are looking for a change of career, this could be for you.
We will also be recruiting for a Kitchen Manager. Working alongside our Cluster Kitchen Manager, for this role we ask for a keen eye for detail, a passion for excellent food, the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, and a true leader.
RESPONSIBILITIES VARY, BUT OUR NON-NEGOTIABLES ARE:
- Maintain high standards of operational and personal hygiene at all times in compliance with the Food Safety Act.
- Take pride in all aspects of your performance and the food you plate up.
- Adopt a 'clean as you go' policy within the kitchen to maintain the utmost standards of cleanliness.
- Work with our current, excellent team, and be polite and courteous at all times.
- Be adaptable, and show a willingness to learn.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- We are an accredited Actual Living Wage employer.
- 4-day weeks and live in available, with direct access to Loch Lomond.
- All job roles have a unique training program to help you settle into your new career, as well as an opportunity to join our Talent Development Program, an industry-recognised leadership development scheme.
REQUIREMENTS
- Have a passion for food and hospitality.
- Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Be available to work evenings & weekends.
- Show a willingness to learn and follow instruction.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16-35 per week
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dumbarton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Chefs of all levels
