At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to create innovative, seasonal dishes and support daily operations.
- Company: Rocco Forte Hotels, a luxury hotel brand with a focus on individuality and excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounted stays, meals on duty, and extensive learning opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible 4-day work week for a great work-life balance.
- Why this job: Elevate your culinary skills in a prestigious environment while working with passionate chefs.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for cooking, teamwork, and a desire to learn are essential.
The predicted salary is between 26364 - 26364 £ per year.
Our hotel The Balmoral is located at Edinburgh’s most prestigious address, No. 1 Princes Street, where the Old Town stops and the New Town begins. Our hotel’s majestic clock defines the city’s skyline, and since the day we opened in 1902, it has run three minutes fast to ensure our guests will never miss their train.
Your key responsibilities include working with our talented Chefs who are all passionate about using fresh seasonal produce whilst developing your own skills. You will support the Demi Chef de Parties and the Chef de Parties to ensure the smooth running of a station within our busy Brasserie Prince kitchen and facilitate the flawless delivery of our world-class menus. Duties will range from food preparation and mise-en-place to ensure service is seamless and ensuring health and safety practices are adhered to. Flexibility and an eagerness to learn are key, as you will be expected to support the wider kitchen team as and when required. You will thrive as part of a team, communicating with colleagues with confidence and sensitivity.
As a valued part of the Forte family, you will:
- Use the finest products, and cook from scratch to create a unique experience for our guests
- Work alongside the chefs to prepare and present food to the highest standards
- Use creative methods of cooking
- Be able to work under pressure during busy periods
- Work 4 days a week to offer a great work-life balance
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who are passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests. We are looking for team members who bring:
- High personal and professional standards
- Excellent time keeping
- Passion for cooking
- Team spirit and trustworthiness
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- Enthusiasm for learning and personal growth
Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry. Working with us provides access to the following perks:
- Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels
- Discounted food & beverage experiences
- Discounted spa treatment and products
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms
- Social activities and events
- Recognition & reward programs
- Annual awards
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work
- Discretionary Service Charge
£32,000 expected package (£26,364 base salary plus qualified estimate of service charge)
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.
