Cook/Line chef £13.75 per hour

Aimbridge; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality invites applications for a Chef role in our Bournemouth hotel kitchen. You will be part of a kitchen team preparing and cooking a range of dishes to menu specifications, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation while maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.

The role demands flexibility to work evenings and weekends and a strong commitment to guest experience, with opportunities for development within Aimbridge's hospitality family.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or fast-food kitchen.
• Knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Commitment to hygiene and food safety regulations.
• Willingness to develop culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to menu specifications.
• Assist other chefs with food preparation and presentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with health regulations.
• Work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Food preparation

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We're passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our "people first" approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide - Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Career and lifestyle breaks - Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Flexible working opportunities
• Staff meals on duty
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of...

As a Chef in a hotel, you will work as part of a kitchen team to prepare and cook a range of dishes to menu specifications. You will assist other chefs with food preparation and ensure that all food is prepared and served to a high standard of quality and presentation. You will also maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and food preparation areas, follow all food safety and health regulations, and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

What do we need from you?

• Proven experience in a similar role in hospitality or fast-food environment, with a strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques, and a willingness to continually develop culinary skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions from senior chefs.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including adherence to food safety regulations and proper use of kitchen equipment and cleaning products.
• Good communication skills, willingness to work as part of a team, and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone 'A Place to Grow'