Executive Chef Assistant

3 days ago


Holywood, United Kingdom Hastings Hotels Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join our talented Kitchen team at the exclusive Culloden Estate and Spa.

Under the leadership of our Inspiring Head Chef, Peter Robinson, you will have the opportunity to work with our friendly team, develop your skills, and enjoy the variety offered by a role in hospitality.

The successful candidate can expect to work 35 hours per week (excluding breaks), five shifts out of seven, including weekends. Typical shift patterns are 8am to 4pm and 2pm to 10pm.

The salary for this full-time position is £21,512 per annum.

We offer a range of benefits, including free staff meals, employee discounts, credit card tips, 29 days holiday plus your birthday, and opportunities for career progression and development.

To be responsible for the preparation and presentation of meals for the greatest enjoyment of our guests and maximum profit contribution to the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist other chefs in the kitchen area.
  • Provide the highest standards of preparation and presentation for guests' needs and ensure expectations are met.
  • Maintain the kitchen areas in a clean and tidy manner in accordance with departmental standards.
  • Ensure all equipment and materials are used correctly and report any problems immediately.
  • Work effectively with colleagues to ensure a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.
  • Maintain the security of stock areas at all times and report any breaches immediately.
  • Comply with all health, safety, hygiene, and licensing policies and procedures.
  • Deal with guest dissatisfactions efficiently and report them to the Supervisor/Manager on duty.

About You

We would love you to have some similar previous experience, but this is not essential as our Kitchen Team will provide you with full training.

Skills Needed:

  • Hospitality

About the Company

Hastings Hotels owns and operates six hotels in Northern Ireland, with over 1,000 bedrooms, one stand-alone grill bar/restaurant, and a luxury spa. We place quality at the heart of what we do, from the design of our properties to the local sourcing of food and drink.

Company Culture

We value our people and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. We believe in developing our staff and providing opportunities for career progression and development.

Desired Criteria:

  • Educated to GCSE Standard or the equivalent, including English and Maths
  • Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Required Criteria:

  • Good communication skills
  • A clean and tidy appearance
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work well under pressure and as a team player
  • A right to work within the United Kingdom

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