Line Chef

Kew Green Hotels; Crawley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hotel company in Crawley is seeking a Line Chef to produce menu items consistently and efficiently. Responsibilities include cooking using various methods, managing food requests from guests, and ensuring adherence to kitchen standards. Ideal candidates will have solid cooking experience and knowledge of food safety. The role offers unique benefits including employee discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Conference Event and Awards

Apprenticeships

Career development opportunities

Discounts across retailers and restaurants

Complementary discounts in hotels

50% off food and beverage

Access to Leisure Clubs

24/7 Employee Assistance Line

Qualifications

• Demonstrable cooking experience including as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Cooking food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other methods to specified recipes.
• Facilitating special requests from guests.
• Managing wastage through correct product measurement.
• Setting up and stocking food items and necessary supplies.

Skills

Cooking methods

Ingredient knowledge

Basic Food Safety

Job description

The role

Our Line Chefs are responsible for producing all menu items in an efficient and consistent manner. This role reports directly to the Kitchen Manager and is part of a team based from our attractive hotel at the 4-star hotel Courtyard By Marriott London Gatwick Airport.

Line Chef duties include:

• Cooking food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
• Facilitating special requests from guests if received.
• Managing wastage through correct product measurement.
• Ensuring you are working towards all kitchen SOPs at all times.
• Setting up and stocking food items and other necessary supplies.

Beyond that, you'll represent our company values and culture, ensuring that service excellence remains our top priority.

Other businesses may call this role Prep Cook, Line Cook, Commis Chef / Chef de Partie.

Full details of the role will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates. If you’d like to find out more about the role before applying, why not reach out to our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

• Annual Conference Event and Awards
• Apprenticeships
• Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth
• Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events
• Complementary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!
• 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels
• 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice
• FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

What you’ll bring to the team

An ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures. Demonstrable cooking experience including experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook. Familiarity with industry best practices and Basic Food Safety are essential.

At Kew Green Hotels, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We aim to create an inclusive workplace for everyone. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please make sure to complete the relevant application questions, or contact [e-mail] if you have any questions. We are committed to supporting any adjustments you may need.

Next steps

A member of the hotel team will be in touch to book a 15-minute chat so we can get to know you better. We will explain the role in detail, and you can highlight your skills to us. If successful at this stage, you will meet the Hotel Manager / Kitchen Manager.

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details.

Join our Kew-Team today!