Are
you passionate about good food but strung out from long or antisocial hours? Is
your culinary imagination firing but your work-life balance failing? Does
splashing about in the surf make your heart sing but the thought of split
shifts make it sink?
We
know that kitchen life can be challenging, and that talented chefs are worth
their weight in caviar right now. So, we’ve taken a good, honest look at our
kitchen teams to focus on what’s important and introduce new, innovative ways
of working.
We can off a full time contract working 40 hours per week, shifts can be flexible by mutual agreement.
You may also have the opportunity to work across two of
our thriving kitchens in a combined team, gaining a unique insight into
different culinary styles and learning from two exceptional Head Chefs. There’s
the Living Space – our place for easy seaside eating, meeting and lounging –
and The Beach Hut, serving burgers, steak and seafood right on the beach.
Coming
back to good food, cheeks glowing from the day’s adventures, is at the heart of
the Watergate Bay experience. We want to inspire our guests with the best
seasonal menus, local produce and contemporary dishes, and give them eating and
drinking experiences to remember.
So
if you’re a Chef de Partie with big ideas, boundless enthusiasm and a craving
for better balance, we want to hear from you…Watergate Bay Hotel – a place to
take your culinary career to new heights. With a team that values connection,
flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact
on our guest’s holiday. Our three core values - We Care, We Notice, We Change –
show what it means to work for a hotel which goes above and beyond for our team
and guests. At Watergate Bay, we don't just provide a place for our guests to
rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they'll remember for a
lifetime.
The
role:
At our hotel, we’re looking for a team who are passionate about Cornwall and
our local food and drink producers, and are eager to be a part of this county's
incredible way of life. As a member of our team, you'll work alongside others
who prioritise our guests and support each other.
As
the Chef de Partie at Watergate Bay Hotel, you’ll bring culinary passion,
creativity, and meticulous attention to detail to the team. Collaborating
closely with the head chef, you'll craft innovative menus, oversee operations,
and ensure top-notch food quality. Your leadership will inspire and guide the
kitchen team, fostering harmony and efficiency. With your culinary finesse and
unwavering commitment, you'll deliver extraordinary dining experiences to our
guests.
Joining
our team means being part of a community that values excellence, innovation,
and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment to our staff is reflected in
our exceptional working environment - one that promotes work-life balance,
professional development, and plenty of opportunities for growth.
What your
days could look like:
* Assist
the Executive Chef and Head Chef in the effective and efficient organisation,
supervision and control of the kitchen operation, ensuring all kitchen staff
carry out their allotted duties to the Hotels standards.
* Carry
out the preparation, cooking and portioning of all food dishes including staff
meals to the Hotels standards of quality and quantity.
* Maintain
the Hotels standards of department and personal appearance, cleanliness and
hygiene of the kitchen areas.
* Compliance
with all instructions given by immediate supervisor.
* Preparation
for the day’s business in accordance with projected need.
* Following
all schedules within the kitchen and completion of daily check sheets and
temperature logs.
* Assist
colleagues in stocking up when necessary.
* Smooth
running of all aspects of the kitchen and back of house areas.
* Responsible
for undertaking the many tasks during the preparation, storage and service of
food and the other associated tasks.
* Maintain a
high level of personal hygiene and cleanliness whilst in the work place.
* Maintain an
organised, clean and safe work place, not only for yourself but also for those
around.
Job skills
& requirements:
* Food
Hygiene certificate
* Flexible
attitude to working hours and variable shift patterns
* Interest
and passion for the food industry
* NVQ level
1& 2 or equivalent as a minimum
* Team player
* Guest
service focused
* Calm under
extreme pressure
* Responsible
* Keen to
develop and eager to learn
* Professional
personal presentation
What we can
offer in return:
* A relaxed, professional
place to work in a beautiful location – at one of the UK’s most striking
beaches
* A welcoming team of
like minds, eager to support and encourage each other
* Excellent career
prospects in an ever-expanding organisation
* Special rates for you
and your friends and family to stay at the hotel
* Discounts on treatments
in Swim Club
* Discounts for you and
your friends and family at our restaurants: Zacry’s, The Beach Hut, and Living
Space
* Discount at Cubs
coffeeshops
* Discounts at Shop on
the Beach and other partner businesses
* Free surf lessons,
surfboards and wetsuits hire from Wavehunters
* Team social events
throughout the year
* Team assistance scheme
– a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental
health through to managing your finances
From
discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about
helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located on the
sunny, sandy, Cornish coast, you'll never be short on inspiration. Working at
Watergate Bay Hotel isn't just a job - it's a transformative career
opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our
guests and team remember for a lifetime.