Commis Chef - Ashford
- Recruiter
- Champneys Health Spa
- Location
- Ashford
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 23 Mar 2017
- Closes
- 28 Mar 2017
- Sectors
- Catering & Hospitality
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Commis Chef - Eastwell manor
Reports to: Head Chef
Champneys is a destination health spa chain with resorts and day spas located in the English counties of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Leicestershire and Hampshire.
Preparing food to the highest standard and providing a fine dining experience to Champneys guests.
Duties and Responsibilities
To prepare and present all hot and cold food items from the main kitchen to the agreed Champneys standards.
To participate as a team member in the Kitchen during Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner service.
To gain a working knowledge of the Champneys Healthy Eating Philosophy.
To assist other chefs where necessary.
Responsible for maintaining a high standard of work performance and conduct at all times.
Responsible for maintaining a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance (full uniform must be worn while on duty).
To keep all kitchen and work areas clean and tidy at all times and observing all food handling regulations and requirements.
To assist with any additional functions/parties when required.
To maintain a high level of cleanliness in the Kitchen ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
Maintain clear communication between the Kitchen and other Departments.
To ensure that all costs are kept within the agreed budget where possible and notify the Head Chef when problems are identified.
Use kitchen equipment as per its purpose at all times.
To report any maintenance defects to the maintenance department following the correct procedure.
To ensure good customer relations are achieved when meeting customers within the Resort.
Attend and contribute to any meetings as required.
Attend training courses as required and ensure staff in the department attend.
To work towards the aims of the Kitchen, Resort and Champneys.
To be fully conversant with the Resort's emergency procedures.
Ensures that health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen and action/report any hazards as necessary.
Comply and with all Company Policy and Procedures
Complete any other reasonable duties as requested by the Senior Management Team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Food hygiene certificate Level 2 - Not essential as training can be given
NVQ Level 1/2
Experience
Kitchen experience preferably gained within a high quality establishment.
Experience of working with strict Health and Hygiene regimes
Skills
Excellent organisational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Good customer care
A team player who is prepared to assist colleagues and move from one activity to another as required.
Attention to detail
A commitment to completing a high standard of work to specified deadlines and timescales.
Knowledge and Understanding
Good understanding of all applicable Health & Safety legislation
Through knowledge and understanding of nutritional and allergy requirements
Full understanding of food controls
Other requirements
Must have a passion and love for food.
An enthusiasm for the role and for the hospitality and leisure industry in general.
Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays subject to rota and a willingness to extend of change hours and days of work from time to time upon request and subject to operational requirements.
Benefits
We offer industry competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, which includes:
Contracted 28 days / shifts annual holiday including bank holidays, which increases with service.
Generous staff discount in the Champney's boutique and retail offer.
Employee and family member discount for mid-week residential breaks at Champneys resorts.
Complimentary staff spa facility day on successful completion of probationary period.
Subsidised meals whilst on duty.
Discounted Champneys Club Membership.
Childcare voucher scheme.
Participation in Wider Wallet shopping discount scheme.
Option to join private healthcare scheme.
Training and development opportunities.
Some restrictions or variations may apply depending on resort, role and length of service. Our benefits package is subject to review from time to time.
Reports to: Head Chef
Champneys is a destination health spa chain with resorts and day spas located in the English counties of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Leicestershire and Hampshire.
Preparing food to the highest standard and providing a fine dining experience to Champneys guests.
Duties and Responsibilities
To prepare and present all hot and cold food items from the main kitchen to the agreed Champneys standards.
To participate as a team member in the Kitchen during Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner service.
To gain a working knowledge of the Champneys Healthy Eating Philosophy.
To assist other chefs where necessary.
Responsible for maintaining a high standard of work performance and conduct at all times.
Responsible for maintaining a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance (full uniform must be worn while on duty).
To keep all kitchen and work areas clean and tidy at all times and observing all food handling regulations and requirements.
To assist with any additional functions/parties when required.
To maintain a high level of cleanliness in the Kitchen ensuring compliance with legislative standards.
Maintain clear communication between the Kitchen and other Departments.
To ensure that all costs are kept within the agreed budget where possible and notify the Head Chef when problems are identified.
Use kitchen equipment as per its purpose at all times.
To report any maintenance defects to the maintenance department following the correct procedure.
To ensure good customer relations are achieved when meeting customers within the Resort.
Attend and contribute to any meetings as required.
Attend training courses as required and ensure staff in the department attend.
To work towards the aims of the Kitchen, Resort and Champneys.
To be fully conversant with the Resort's emergency procedures.
Ensures that health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen and action/report any hazards as necessary.
Comply and with all Company Policy and Procedures
Complete any other reasonable duties as requested by the Senior Management Team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Food hygiene certificate Level 2 - Not essential as training can be given
NVQ Level 1/2
Experience
Kitchen experience preferably gained within a high quality establishment.
Experience of working with strict Health and Hygiene regimes
Skills
Excellent organisational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Good customer care
A team player who is prepared to assist colleagues and move from one activity to another as required.
Attention to detail
A commitment to completing a high standard of work to specified deadlines and timescales.
Knowledge and Understanding
Good understanding of all applicable Health & Safety legislation
Through knowledge and understanding of nutritional and allergy requirements
Full understanding of food controls
Other requirements
Must have a passion and love for food.
An enthusiasm for the role and for the hospitality and leisure industry in general.
Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays subject to rota and a willingness to extend of change hours and days of work from time to time upon request and subject to operational requirements.
Benefits
We offer industry competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, which includes:
Contracted 28 days / shifts annual holiday including bank holidays, which increases with service.
Generous staff discount in the Champney's boutique and retail offer.
Employee and family member discount for mid-week residential breaks at Champneys resorts.
Complimentary staff spa facility day on successful completion of probationary period.
Subsidised meals whilst on duty.
Discounted Champneys Club Membership.
Childcare voucher scheme.
Participation in Wider Wallet shopping discount scheme.
Option to join private healthcare scheme.
Training and development opportunities.
Some restrictions or variations may apply depending on resort, role and length of service. Our benefits package is subject to review from time to time.