Position Overview & Specifications

Primary Responsibilities

· Attend work in correct uniform, at correct rostered time

· Food preparation and service for all catering outlets, which may include bar/lounge, Halfway Hut and events

· Lead by example, setting the pace and standards and ensure that co-workers meet all standards for performance, appearance and service provision

· Maintain existing food programmes and work with other chefs to develop new concepts/strategies that ensure the highest possible quality of food service to meet guest/member expectations and assure repeat business

· Ensure that all policies and procedures related to the operation of the Food & Beverage department are enforced and implemented appropriately, including personnel management, sanitation, food preparation, storage, health and safety and staff food

· Create and develop menus and prices, in conjunction with other chefs to ensure cost of sales targets are met and profits maximised

· Work with other chefs to manage all food and supply purchases, including full compliance with nominated suppliers

· Help implement and maintain effective inventory and shortage controls

· Review all bookings for catered activities, i.e., functions and events to ensure accurate delivery of customer requirements

· Work with other departments to ensure efficiencies of operations

· Maintain knowledge of local competition and general industry trends

· Work with other chefs to recruit and train kitchen team to deliver required standards

· Implement and support all company initiatives and policies as requested

Working Hours

· Shift pattern that will include weekends

· Working hours will vary depending on the needs of the business

· All rotas to be agreed with other chefs

General

Communicate with internal and external customers in a friendly and courteous manner at all times
To maintain a professional standard of dress and appearance, in line with company standards

· Maintain a safe, clean and tidy work area

To adhere to all statutory requirements regarding fire, health, safety and hygiene
To attend any training sessions as requested and adhere to company policies

· Support colleagues in delivering a high standard of customer service

· Carry out any additional duties as reasonably requested by the management team