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Head Chef

Employer
Darwin Escapes
Location
Newquay, Cornwall
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
16 Jul 2021

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Sector
Chef jobs, Chef
Job Type
Full Time

We have a Head Chef position vacant at Piran Meadows Resort in Cornwall!

We are looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and someone who is able to maintain our high standards.

You will take charge of all portion, stock and quality control, ensuring only the best dishes are served to our guests. Alongside this, you will ensure the kitchen and all work areas are kept clean and hygienic at all times.

Leading the team is an important part of the Head Chef role. Within this, you will ensure fair rotas are completed, training is provided and motivation is high within the team.

This is a permanent position to work full time hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

This Head Chef position is perfect for any enthusiastic Chef that is looking for their next challenge within a commutable distance of Newquay.

Key responsibilities -

  • Consistent and prompt preparation and food service
  • Stock ordering and stock rotation
  • Cleanliness of all work areas
  • Completing staff rotas for the kitchen team
  • Ensure published menus and specials boards have correct selling prices
  • Provision of correct portion sizes and control of all waste
  • Comply with all food hygiene regulations

What experience you will need -

  • Previous experience is essential

What skills you will need -

  • Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety is desirable
  • Driving licence and ability to drive is preferred
  • Great communication skills
  • Upbeat attitude and willing to develop new skills and pass these on to the team

What we offer -

  • Competitive salary
  • Enhanced holiday entitlement
  • Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK
  • Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools
  • Food discount across all resorts
  • Discounts on spa treatments
  • *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus
  • *100% work attendance bonus
  • *Company employee sick pay
  • Compassionate leave pay
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Health Shield cash plan

*Subject to terms and conditions 

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