Casual Chef - Betws-y-coed, Conwy

Field Studies Council Rhyd-y-creuau, Betws-y-coed, Conwy.

Up to £12.74 per hour

Casual basis – work is offered as required

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Casual Chef to join our small friendly team, working at a field centre catering for groups of all ages, resident and non-resident, based in the rugged landscape of the Snowdonia National Park.

Work/Life balance - No late shifts. Finish time normally 8pm at the latest

Overall Job purpose:

Our Casual Chefs will work on an ad-hoc ‘as required’ basis in line with business need to provide additional support to our core team during busy periods. You will assist with the quality delivery of service to our incoming groups. Invariably we cater for a wide range of diets including vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, nut free etc so require an experienced person to devise and cook meals for between 10 -100 visitors.

We’re looking for someone with previous catering experience, a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate and the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, line managers and customers.

We ask that you have –

• A positive and passionate work attitude
• A desire to show pride in all aspects of your work
• A flexible approach with a willingness to adapt to changes
• An ability to work using your own initiative both independently and as a competent, effective team member
• An ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet tight deadlines
• Always treating others with courtesy, dignity and respect
• A commitment and contribution to improving Filed Studies Council’s environmental performance
• A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Shell Waters at   

Applications will be considered on arrival.

Interviews will take place at Field Studies Council Rhyd-y-creuau at a date to be confirmed.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone and/or email.