Head Chef
We are looking for a Head Chef to join our team at Dundonald Links in Gailes. Fantastic competitive salary, up to £48,000 per annum!
This is a permanent position to work full time hours. This will be40 hours across 5 variable days.
Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.
Company overview:
Verde Resorts has 8 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Verde Resorts family will have the career waiting for you!
About this role
Main responsibilities:
The successful Head Chef will
· Take charge of all portion, stock and quality control ensuring only the best dishes are served to our guests.
· Ensure the kitchen and all work area are kept clean and tidy at all times.
· Lead the team and ensure fair rotas are completed, training is provided and motivation is high within the team.
· Ensure consistent and prompt preparation and food service.
· Stock ordering and stock rotation.
· Ensure published menus and special boards have correct information, spelling and prices.
· Comply with all food hygiene regulations.
Requirements:
Previous experience within a busy kitchen environment is essential. Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety are essential. A driving licence with the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the retreat.
What’s in it for you:
· Competitive rate of pay.
· Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
· Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
· Free use of all Verde Resorts facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
· Food discount across all resorts.
· *Free complimentary round of Golf .
· Discounts on spa treatments.
· *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
· *Company employee sick pay.
· Compassionate leave pay.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Free access to the Verde Resorts Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
· MediCash cash plan.
*Subject to terms and conditions
What you will need
Required criteria
- Right to Live and work in the UK
- Excellent customer service and strong communication skills
- We are looking for a Chef that has a qualification in Level 3 Food Safety
- Previous experience within a busy kitchen environment is essential
Desired criteria
- A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs
Chefing Skills
HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills
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