Chef - Newcastle Upon Tyne

At Cairn Group we’re ambitious. With a varied and extensive UK portfolio of hotels, bars and restaurants in our portfolio, we’re focused on continual growth and are in it for the long haul. We are a family owned business with family values at our core, with a growing team and sites UK wide.

About the role...

You will oversee and work in all aspects of kitchen management. Manage and work closely with other chefs, create menu items and determine food inventory needs.

You’ll be involved in the staffing of the kitchen, developing menu offerings, forecasting supply needs and estimating costs. It’s also priority to ensure the restaurant meets all regulations, including sanitary and safety guidelines.

You will take part in the creation of recipes and the preparation of advanced items. A primary duty is the continued efficiency of the kitchen and production of consistent, quality food.

Within this position you will be comfortable working alone along with a team of other Chefs.

About you…

You will need a passion for food, excellent cooking skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You will be comfortable working alone, along with having the ability to delegate tasks to others, ensuring a high standard of delivery is met. You will also have good organisational skills and should have an understanding of profit margins and budgets.

Ten 40-inch LCD TVs showing all of the biggest sporting events, delicious American style burgers and a huge selection of mouth-watering cocktails are on offer at the Cairn Group’s Spy Bar. When the action stops on the screen, the fun continues as Spy Bar in Jesmond plays host to a variety of exciting interactive games where you can win so many fantastic prizes.

Benefits
Cairn Group Staff Discount Scheme
Retail and travel discounts
Recruit a friend Scheme
Induction and training programme
Star of the Month & Golden Ticket Award
Pension scheme
Cairn Academy' Training & Development Opportunities
Childcare Vouchers*
Cycle 2 work scheme*
(* Applies to positions above minimum wage)