Casual Chef

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea; Swansea; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,791,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meals on Duty

Uniform Provided

Explore Discounts: Marriott Discount

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development

Training and Development

Job summary

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional to prepare and cook food to the highest quality standards, manage a specific station, and support menu development.

You will supervise junior chefs, maintain cleanliness and food safety, control inventory, and work closely with the team to ensure dishes are served on time and to spec.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related work experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to the highest quality standards, following recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Manage a specific section of the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, or pastry station.
• Supervise junior chefs and commis, providing guidance and training.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization in your designated kitchen area.
• Monitor food quality and ensure dishes are cooked to order and served on time.
• Assist with menu planning and development, contributing creative ideas.
• Order and manage inventory for your section, ensuring sufficient stock levels.
• Maintain effective communication with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow food safety and sanitation practices to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions.

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional hospitality and eager to join a dynamic team at one of the world's leading hotel brands? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated individual to join our team. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our guests and we want our associates to be at their best: to care for their holistic wellbeing, to feel a sense of belonging, to know their co-workers are committed to a culture of respect and kindness.

What is in it for you:

• Free Meals on Duty: Enjoy complimentary meals while at work.
• Uniform Provided: A professional uniform is supplied for all employees.
• Explore Discounts: A Marriott Discount Card that offers benefits on hotel stays and F&B across 140 countries.
• Pension Scheme: Participation in The People’s Pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free and confidential support for various challenges, including financial advice, stress, and health issues.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career growth and internal transfers within Marriott's global network.
• Training and Development: Access to training programs to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food to the highest quality standards, following recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Manage a specific section of the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, or pastry station.
• Supervise junior chefs and commis, providing guidance and training.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization in your designated kitchen area.
• Monitor food quality and ensure dishes are cooked to order and served on time.
• Assist with menu planning and development, contributing creative ideas.
• Order and manage inventory for your section, ensuring sufficient stock levels.
• Maintain effective communication with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow food safety and sanitation practices to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions.

Safety And Company Policies

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager.
• Complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Communicate with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Support the team to reach common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Note: This above description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties.

Preferred

• Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience

Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, sustainability, and career growth.