Chef Trainee

Rudding Park; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate chef trainee to join its dynamic kitchen team. This exciting role offers a structured 12-month program, providing comprehensive training across various kitchens. You'll gain invaluable experience in preparing high-quality dishes using fresh, local ingredients while working alongside a motivated team of chefs. With a focus on personal growth and professional development, this position promises to enhance your culinary skills in a supportive and vibrant environment. If you're eager to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and contribute to creating exceptional dining experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Enhanced pay

Service Charge (Tronc)

Company sick pay

Discounts on spa and dining

Annual party and family fun days

Complimentary overnight stay

FREE food and drink

Investment in personal growth

Local discounts on gym memberships

Complimentary counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Full training across all areas of the kitchen.
• Experience in different food styles and services.
• Strong motivation and collaboration within the kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of dishes using fresh and local produce.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standards at all times.
• Support the team in all sections as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Culinary Skills

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

We are searching for outstanding individuals to join our dynamic, passionate and fun team. We are looking for The Best of the Best - could this be you?!

As an award-winning employer, we will invest in you; supporting your personal growth with training and development paths and we'll celebrate and reward your success along the way!

Read on, it just keeps getting better...

In return for your hard work and commitment we offer:

• Enhanced pay
• Service Charge (Tronc) earn up to an additional £3,000 per year
• Company sick pay for up to 4 weeks
• A range of discounts including 50% off spa days and dining, not to mention preferential room rates for employees and family (subject to availability of course)
• Annual party, family fun days, award dinners - we love to celebrate!
• Up to 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Complimentary overnight stay for you and a guest (including dinner, bed and breakfast with spa) when you complete a three month probation
• FREE food and drink; The Green Room is our team's dedicated space to chill out, when not 'on stage' looking after our guests. You'll find a range of hot and cold food options with different areas to relax, catch up with your 'co-stars' or watch TV.
• Investment in personal growth through Apprenticeship, Training Courses and Development Programmes.
• Can't wait until pay day? Wage Stream allows you to pay yourself when you need it!
• Hospitality Rewards include FREE Employee Assistance Programme from Day 1
• Local discounts on gym memberships
• Complimentary counselling sessions to support mental health
• Wellbeing App with a range of support such as podcasts, fitness videos, recipes
• AND MUCH MORE...........

CORE VALUES

Our Core Values shape our company culture and impact our business strategy. They help us create a purpose, improve team cohesion and create a sense of commitment in the workplace

Empathy Caring and understanding about another person's perspective or circumstanceCollaboration Working as a team, listening and supporting each other to reach our collective goalDrive The desire to achieve high standards at all times and keep going, no matter what challenges we encounter/face Trust Honest, reliable and accountable do what we say we'll doPassion A love for doing what we do, and doing it with positivity and enthusiasm

JOB SUMMARY

The Rudding Park team's core purpose is to create timeless memories and instinctive care in exceptional spaces.

As a chef trainee within Rudding Park you will be given full training across all areas of the kitchen and work across the three main kitchens within the resort. Clocktower Brasserie, Meetings and Events, Horto. This will enable you to gain experience doing different food styles and services and to build on your cooking skills, knowledge and professionalism over a structured 12 month programme.

During your year you will also go on supplier site visits.

You will be working with a strong motivated kitchen team of experienced and passionate Chefs who promote collaboration and diligence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of dishes using the best fresh & local produce
• Supporting the team working all sections as required
• Taking pride in being responsible for helping to deliver high-quality food for our guests
• Working across all kitchens within the Rudding Park estate, helping you get an understanding of the whole business
• Working well in a busy kitchen and thrive under pressure
• Team player and who can respectfully communicate to the team
• Have a desire to aim for high standards
• Be reliable, hardworking, trustworthy and passionate in your work
• Deal with deliveries and stock rotation
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standard at all times
• Following all health & safety / COSHH protocol

Do all the above whilst following the core values of Rudding Park.

GENERAL

• Be responsible for Health and Safety as an individual and also to work colleagues, guests and the business, reporting concerns through the Health and Safety processes and procedures.
• Ensure continuous professional development of self, including attending required training courses and seeking means of developing within the business
• Promote continuous improvement in the level of quality and guest care provided by the business and make proposals/suggestions where applicable
• Respect colleagues and the working environment at all times.
• Ensure high standard of dress and self-presentation within the working environment
• Undertake any other duties commensurate within the position for which you are qualified.

About Rudding Park

A privately-owned luxury hotel, Rudding Park has 90 bedrooms and suites, a destination spa, three restaurants and a kitchen garden, private cinema, two golf courses and meetings and events venue. Set in 300 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, Rudding Park is one of the most beautiful Harrogate hotels.

Rudding Park features the first Roof Top Spa in the UK and offers an extensive range hydrotherapy and thermal experiences. We offer an extensive range of treatments and guests can discover the Escape Zone - a peaceful and serene space to relax following a treatment. The Spa also offers an indoor swimming pool using natural waters from the grounds of Rudding Park, a Juniper Log Sauna, Rasul for traditional Moorish mud treatments, Retail Therapy, Hair Studio, Nail and Beauty Studio.