CDP

Surya Hotels Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Staff discounts

Development programme

Employee assistance program

Wage access / early pay

Job summary

The George Hotel in Colchester is seeking a passionate CDP to join our kitchen team and help deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will assist in menu preparation, plating and maintaining high standards of food safety and service.

We offer a development programme, flexible hours including weekends, staff discounts across Surya Hotels, and opportunities to grow within our expanding brand.

Qualifications

• Passion for great food and presentation.
• Ability to work as part of a team under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creation, cooking and presentation of menu items.
• Support Head Chef and work with the team to deliver quality food.
• Ensure smooth running of your section and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Passionate about food

Team player

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Job description

This is a great opportunity to take the exciting next step in your hospitality career and work as part of the Kitchen team at The George Hotel, part of Surya Hotels. We're looking for aChef De Partie (CDP)to join us as we continue our path for growth and evolvement- it's a really exciting time- with the brand new Health Club about to open, new ventures and menus in development.

In a new era in hospitality, make your mark and really drive forwards, embracing our ’Ownership with Personality’values. The George Hotel, located on Colchester High Street in Essex, has been at the heart of England’s oldest recorded town for over 500 years. The hotel offers 49 heritage rooms and suites, alongside 44 contemporary bedrooms in St Nicholas, and features a welcoming restaurant and bar for guests and locals to enjoy.

We are looking for an enthusiasticCDP Chefthat has a true passion for great food with a clear focus on presentation and strength in providing quality service;

Your CDP responsibilities include:

• Assist in the creation, cooking and presentation of the menu items- running your section when fully trained and confident
• Supporting the Head Chef - Working as team to deliver great food to guests in a timely manner
• To carry out the smooth and efficient running of your section- great food, every time!
• Following Food Safety, and Health & Hygiene regulations at all times, including clear up and cleanliness of section/service

About you:

• Passionate about food and mouth watering taste combinations
• Determined to deliver the best results, regardless of pressure
• A team player, working well with others to meet the same goal
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Willing to share ideas around improving the customer’s experience- whether that's creating a new sauce or practicing your knife skills!

We offer you, our CDP:

• Flexible working hours- rotas do include weekends and evening service.
• Inclusion in Tronc scheme (Tips)
• Retail & Supermarket Discounts
• Discounted meals & stays across all of the groups hotels around the UK- up to 50% off!
• A development programme to continue your rise to becoming a“Hospitality Superstar”-We love to promote from within our teams - including apprenticeships, accredited and professional training.
• Bike to work and Bus Fare Discount Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – helping our hospitality team through any difficult times, totally free & confidential, 24/7
• Stream – access your wages as you earn them, or save as you earn too!

As a Company within Flying Trade Group's family of businesses we own and run 15 hotels and bars throughout East Anglia and Surrey. We're a diverse and dynamic Group, come join us!