In a NutshellWe are actively seeking a Breakfast Chef to work as part of the Castle Inn kitchen brigade. The Breakfast Chef plays a key role in the food production and food service within the Inn at breakfast and lunch times.Working hard to ensure that the highest hygiene standards are maintained at all times and ensuring that the designated kitchen areas, equipment and utensils are always clean and tidy and to the standards required.Package DescriptionAnd now for the good stuff Hospitality is all about looking after people and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:Competitive salary, benefits and we pay above the Real Living Wage.29 days holiday (increasing with length of service)We operate a discretionary service charge system.50% Discount on food and beverage across all Exclusive propertiesReally big discounts of room nights across all Exclusive propertiesPERKZ discount scheme & Online guides such as Exercise, Wellbeing, and Finance.Meals on duty provided for freeRecognition and rewards schemeAccess to our learning platform including great training and development programs.Free gym access + where available dedicated classes.B Corp accredited and commitment to improving our People, Product and Planet.Free downloads to newspapers, magazines and booksCycle to work schemeMain ResponsibilitiesLots to do, but lots of funThe Breakfast Chef will be responsible for;Preparing all breakfast food items, hot and cold ready for daily serviceAssist the kitchen brigade with basic mise en place and preparation for lunch itemsOrdering all required breakfast food items using the kitchen ordering systemEnsure that the highest standards of food hygiene and safety are maintained at all timesEnsure that equipment and utensils are kept clean and hygienic at all timesAssisting the Demi and Chef de Partie in the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operations, through food services and functions throughout the day.Having an understanding of specified food margins, and ensuring these are adhered to and achieved consistently, through close liaison with the Demi / Chef de Partie.Follow all recipe guidelines and standards as set by senior chefsEnsuring the quality of the food is of the exceptional standard expected, when dining at our pubThe Ideal CandidateAre you right for us?Our successful Breakfast Chef will have;A true passion for foodHave the enthusiasm and willingness to learnPreferably similar experience from within a luxury hotel or venue kitchenGood kitchen & knife skillsHave a good understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchenPossess a willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from within a luxury hotelInnovation, creativity and attention to detailRelish the pressure of the kitchen environmentAbout The CompanyAre we right for you?We expect a lot but we’ll give a lot to get the right people. There are 4 main things we look for1. We want people with bags of character. We don’t want you to hide your personality when you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable, to be who you are.2. We want people people. You’ve got to like being around others, smiling and chatting because you like people, not because someone told you to smile and chat.3. We need extra milers. So if you think the job description is all you have to do, then we’re not for you. 4. You have to put your heart into it. When you tell a guess you’re happy to help, you have to mean it.
