Commis Chef

Recruiter
Anonymous
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Posted
30 Oct 2018
Closes
27 Nov 2018
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Job Title: Commis Chef

Location: Failand, Bristol

Contract: Permanent, 24 hours per week

Salary: GBP8.50 per hour

Set in the luxurious village of Redwood our client's restaurant is just a short drive from Clifton. The Symonds restaurant and bistro is a contemporary yet full of English charm. Our client is looking for a Commis Chef to prepare and present high-quality dishes delivering an excellent customer experience with the key aim of retaining and attracting new customers whilst adhering to all health and hygiene and our companies legislation.

Main Duties

* Remain health & safety compliant
* Maintain full control of wastage ensuring high levels of cleanliness throughout the kitchen
* Deliver consistent top-quality food during service
* Demonstrate the ability to follow food specifications and customer needs as set out by the Head Chef i.e. allergens, medication etc.
* Illustrate an ability to work throughout all areas of the kitchen
* Assist the Head Chef in facilitating stock rotation and demonstrate an understanding of Profit & Loss
* Assist in the mentoring & development of junior colleagues
* Communicate regularly with the Front of House Team
* Offer the Head Chef ideas to implement new menu items
* Ensure all daily checklists and HACCP are completed (i.e. date labelling, temperature checks, probe calibration)
* Incorporate new legislation into all menu designs
* Assist colleagues with events as and when required
* Perform any other duties as required by the line manager
* Adhere to all policies & procedures and ensure health & safety requirements are met at all times.

Person specification

Essential

* Previous experience in a similar role - working within a good quality restaurant
* Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 /Desire to work towards
* Good level of culinary knowledge
* Flexible approach to daily duties and shift patterns

Desirable

* Previous experience cooking for people with strict dietary requirements
* Local knowledge
* Basic Knowledge/willingness to learn GP, KPIs and their impact on the business
* Full driving licence and own vehicle
* Basic level of computer literacy
* Experience with complaint handling

What are the benefits of working for our client?

* The opportunity to join a business with a great product, meeting a growing need
* To join a business with a very distinct opportunity to build something unique and life enhancing and to develop your own skills
* The chance to work with talented and passionate people who can support your Career
* High employee satisfaction environment (90% this year!)
* 28 days holiday
* Life Assurance (after probation)
* Medicash
* Pension

If you are interested in the Part Time Commis Chef role and believe you have the experience and skills needed, please apply online today for consideration