Chef De Parties - In-house Relief

Interested in: 
Methodical, organised chefs who are used to cooking for large numbers, consistently achieving high standards whilst looking  to improve the service offered. Natural flair & passion for cooking will underpin this role. 
 
The ideal candidates will have Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery or a minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a kitchen environment with good all-round experience on all sections. The chosen candidates will carry out a variety of duties, whilst striving to continuously improve the operational effectiveness of the department to enhance productivity and service, help to manage spend and contribute to producing a significant profit. As Chef de Partie you will work on all sections and be involved with the senior chefs to support the business. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of food preparation, food safety and presentation are developed and maintained along with your colleagues. 
 
Ribby Hall Village uses only the freshest ingredients sourced locally and your contribution to the continued success of the business will be considerable.  
 
Our perfect match will possess the following essential attributes: 
- Excellent communication skills  
- The ability to motivate and support team members 
- Willingness and the ability to work well within a team to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen 
- A working knowledge of food safety and accountability  
- A high standard of food preparation and presentation 
- The ability to work calmly under pressure 
- Good time management and organisational skills 
- Commitment and reliability 
- Creativity and passion when it comes to food 
- Excellent presentation skills 
- Attention to detail 
- Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate would be desirable.  
 
Availability: 
We have 2 permanent in-house full-time positions available offering 45 hours over 5 days, in departments that operate 7 days a week. 
 
Full flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential to meet the commercial needs of the business. 
 
Salary: 
To be discussed at interview based on experience. We are proud to offer competitive salaries well in excess of the National Minimum Wage. 
 
Employee Benefits: 
Our dedicated employees benefit from a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits*, including: 
- Complimentary Health Club Membership (following a qualifying period) and discounted Membership for partners 
- Complimentary Annual Health Check 
- Free annual Aqua Thermal Journey 
- Four Health Club family day passes per year for friends and family  
- 35% discount at all Ribby Hall Village eateries 
- 35% discount off The Spa’s Aqua Thermal Journey, Treatments and Hotel stays 
- Staff Card Loyalty Points 
- Preferential rates for self-catering accommodation 
- 10% discount on Ribby Hall Village Nursery costs  
- Access to a variety of health and wellbeing schemes, including Medicash membership 
- Personal uniform 
- Automatic enrolment pension scheme  
- Cycle to Work scheme  
- Employee long service rewards 
- Reward and recognition scheme 
- Employee Referral Programme  
- Annual Employee Celebration 
- Based in over 130 acres of beautiful countryside 
*subject to terms and conditions 

This position may close early if applicant numbers permit.     
    
We welcome applications from everyone regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.  Should you need any adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.