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Tŷ Newydd is the National Writing Centre of Wales, specialising in high-quality residential writing courses. Each week we welcome new guests from across Wales and beyond. It is run by Llenyddiaeth Cymru | Literature Wales.
As Tŷ Newydd House Chef you will be responsible for hosting and keeping our guests well-fed throughout their stay, creating a welcoming, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for writers, artists, tutors, and guests. The postholder will be responsible for family-style catering provision, co-ordinating hospitality services, and ensuring communal spaces are well maintained and inviting.
This will involve catering for all kinds of dietary requirements, maintenance and cleaning, co-ordinating relevant budgets and sourcing produce, locally where possible.
This role plays a key part in fostering a welcoming atmosphere that enables creativity, collaboration, and well-being among all who visit and stay at the centre.
Responsibilities:
Responsibility for family-style catering to groups of up to 20 (i.e. meals provided and guests serve themselves) and supervising course participants in the kitchen.
Delivering for all dietary requirements and allergens.
Meal planning and shopping on a weekly basis for planned courses and visits.
Responsibility for maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment in the dining room and kitchen and ordering supplies.
Responsibility for operations logs and schedules including co-ordination of the relevant budgets, overseen by the Venue Manager.
Overseeing health and safety including Food Hygiene, EHO Standards, COSHH and Fire Safety regulations, supported by the Venue Manager.
Operational administration as required.
Assisting in ensuring the overall smooth running of residential writing courses, including availability on site when courses are running and driving the hospitality experience.
Welcoming guests to Tŷ Newydd, representing the centre and Literature Wales.
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Ty Newydd offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant and creative environment, where your culinary skills will play a vital role in enhancing the experience of writers and artists. With a strong focus on community and collaboration, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages personal growth and development, alongside the chance to engage with diverse guests from across Wales and beyond. Located in a picturesque setting, this role not only allows you to showcase your passion for food but also to contribute to a meaningful mission of fostering creativity and expression.
Contact Details:
Llenyddiaeth Cymru Literature Wales Recruitment Team
