Junior Chef de Partie- 'Fast Track' opportunity

Line Cook / Junior Chef de Partie

Full and part-time hours available  

Starting salary of €12.58 per hour, rising to €13.21 per hour once trained

Are you currently a Chef who is looking to develop their knowledge, gain new skills and move into a leadership role?

Then this is an exciting opportunity to join one of our friendly kitchen teams as a Line Cook (Junior Chef de Partie) whilst undertaking a structured training programme with a pay increase when you have successfully completed your training.

Upon successful completion of the training, you will continue in your role as a Line Cook with the opportunity to progress to the next level of the kitchen brigade as a Kitchen Supervisor (Chef de Partie)

In addition to our great range of standard and unique benefits, you’ll also receive:

• A share of tips – which are evenly split based on hours worked
• Your uniform will be provided and laundered

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will prepare, cook and present menu items to agreed standards. You will assist the Kitchen Managers with the general supervision and coaching of the Kitchen Assistants and deputise for the Kitchen Managers in their absence; maintaining the smooth running of the kitchen.

Your duties will include:

• Ensuring the guests’ requirements are always met and naturally seeking out opportunities to exceed their expectations
• Ensuring the cleanliness of the kitchen area is maintained to a high standard and that all company and legal requirements are met at all times
• Following guidelines on stock control, portion control and food wastage, taking action as necessary to maintain food Cost of Sales for the unit
• Supporting the Kitchen Managers with implementation and production of menus, procedures and standards as required
• Attending all company training as required for legal purposes, personal development or development of new menus and dishes
• Complying with the guidelines and practices in respect of food safety as detailed in the Food Safety Manual

HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time role, working across a range of straight-shifts, including daytimes, evenings and weekends, so you must be flexible in terms of working hours, but we will gladly discuss your requirements at interview stage.

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, able to motivate a team and have excellent communication skills.

Essential requirements:

• Previous relevant Kitchen experience including supervisory and training experience or previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant within a quality establishment producing a range of dishes using fresh produce
• Willingness to learn and motivated to complete activities

Desirable requirements:

• Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate
• Formal cooking qualification or willingness to study towards

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Day passes for you and your family/friends to access the village
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurants and retail outlets
• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like an ideal opportunity for you, then we’d love to see your application.