Company

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addressAddressCockermouth, Cumbria
CategoryHospitality

Job description

We are looking for a Commis Chef to join our team at Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat in Cockermouth, Cumbria. Rates of pay will be discussed further upon application.

This is a permanent position to work full time hours. This will be 40 hours across 5 variable days.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company overview:

Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

The successful Commis Chef / Kitchen Porter will

  • Ensure that all preparation and presentation of food is in line with the company’s high standards.
  • Ensure that all stock rotation is accurate and effective.
  • Comply with all food hygiene regulations at all times.
  • Help with pot washing.
  • Assist with collecting tableware and plates within the restaurant area.

Requirements:

Similar previous experience is desired. Catering qualifications are an advantage but not essential. A driving licence would be an advantage to enable ease of travel to and from the resort.

What’s in it for you:

  • Competitive rate of pay.
  • Enhanced holiday entitlement (*with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
  • Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
  • Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
  • Food discount across all resorts.
  • *Free complimentary round of Golf .
  • Discounts on spa treatments.
  • *Discounts for on the gate tickets and yearly memberships at Chester Zoo, the UK’s largest charity zoo.
  • *'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
  • *Company employee sick pay.
  • Compassionate leave pay.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • MediCash cash plan.
  • Subject to terms and conditions

Why work for us:

‘Darwin Escapes is successful because of our Team, who are like minded, dedicated and committed to delivering outstanding standards and customer experience. This is how we support each other to carve those life long memories for our holiday home owners, holiday guests and golf members and visitors’ – Lindsey Esse, Managing Director.

Required Criteria

  • Right to Live and work in the UK


Desired Criteria

  • A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort
  • Catering qualifications are an advantage but not essential
  • Similar previous experience is desired


Skills Needed

Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs, Chefing Skills, HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills

About The Company

A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.

A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You’ll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we’ve got the perfect escape waiting for you.

Each of our locations are unique – no two are the same. We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even treehouses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence.

All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away – make it your holiday, your way.

Company Culture

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry.

Darwin Escapes has 26 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff.

No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you. Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Ayrshire in Scotland, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you!

If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you.

With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.

Company Benefits

We offer on-the-job training and a professional environment where everyone can thrive.

So why not apply and start your career with us today!

Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme

Salary

£7.49 - £11.00 per hour

Benefits

Company pension, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discount, Free parking, Gym membership, Referral programme, Sick pay
Refer code: 3033287. Darwin Escapes - The previous day - 2024-03-21 15:29

Darwin Escapes

Cockermouth, Cumbria
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