Culinary Specialist

3 weeks ago

Coniston, United Kingdom HF Holidays Careers Full time
Position: Culinary Specialist

Contract Type: Full Time Seasonal

Compensation: £11.97 – £12.70 per hour

Reporting Structure: Reports to Head Chef and Country House Manager

Accommodation: Live-in accommodation available, inclusive of all bills, three meals per day, laundry services, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Employee Benefits: Monthly equal share of tips | Complimentary uniform | 28 days of holiday pro rata, including bank holidays | Pension contributions | Volunteer day | Group life assurance | Discounts on cinema and online shopping | Cycle to work scheme | Reduced gym membership | Access to virtual GP services | 24/7 health and wellbeing support with trained counselors for various personal challenges | Exclusive holiday discounts for employees and their families | Annual familiarization visit at any of our country houses for employees and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Culinary Specialist at our Country House, you will contribute to creating a welcoming retreat for guests enjoying guided or self-guided walking tours. You will be informed of the number of guests and fixed mealtimes in advance, allowing for effective menu planning and pre-ordering for lunch and dinner.

Your primary role will involve assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in preparing and serving a Traditional British menu, which includes breakfast, packed lunches, and a three-course evening meal served in a banquet style.


Candidate Profile:

We are seeking candidates with the following essential qualifications:

  • Experience in a high-paced kitchen environment
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, Food Safety Act, Allergen Legislation, and Fire Regulations
  • Ability to maintain the culinary standards set by the Head Chef
  • NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cooking or a willingness to pursue this qualification
  • Team player with flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

About HF Holidays:

HF Holidays is a B Corp Certified British heritage brand with over a century of experience in organizing walking holidays across the UK and beyond. Since 1913, we have led the way in offering over 260 carefully curated guided and self-guided walking tours in various destinations worldwide.

As a co-operative, we prioritize people and are proud to foster a community that shares a passion for the outdoors. Our guiding principles are friendship, enjoyment, fresh air, and the feel-good factor.

Our dedicated team of 500 operates remotely, from our Head Office and across 16 country houses located in some of the UK's most cherished national parks and landscapes.


Commitment to Equity and Diversity:

HF Holidays is committed to providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of every individual, free from discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against candidates based on any protected characteristics. We also provide reasonable adjustments for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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