Holiday Park Chef/Cook

Working alongside the Manager, you are required to provide a variety of quality food dishes to a high standard of preparation, production and presentation, working to costed recipes, maintaining high levels of cleanliness and Customer Care. To serve the public in the most courteous and efficient manner including effective handling of enquiries and complaints with the ability to deal well with change, uncertainty and flexible enough to adapt and sensibly respond to the situation at hand.
 
Duties will include:

Meet and exceed the company food GP budget
Order food stock appropriate to sales levels and not over order
Return sub-standard deliveries with the appropriate paperwork and contact suppliers, informing the Food & Beverage / Restaurant  Manager of any supplier issues
Sign for all deliveries, where possible
Prepare food for service appropriate to sales levels
Monitor and control stock levels ensuring there are no shortfalls and that stock rotation is followed and all store rooms, fridges and freezers are in order
Prepare recipes and ensure the team are fully trained in delivering to a set standard
Ensure that the storage of food meets company and statutory Health and Safety and Food Hygiene requirements
Ensure temperature records and food labelling is maintained and up to date
Ensure that the kitchen is clean and hygienic, making sure cleaning rotas are adhered to and records kept
Ensure the kitchen uniform and personal hygiene requirements are adhered to
Ensure the kitchen runs smoothly on a daily basis and is adequately staffed and stocked
To undergo specific training as indicated by the Manager as and when required
Take all reasonable steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of all employees, patrons and visitors, by promoting safe working practices
Comply with company policies, rules and procedures at all times Any other duties as required by your line manager commensurate with your role
 
Skills required:

The ability to constantly perform well in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment
Excellent organisational skills to ensure the smooth running of a kitchen
In-depth knowledge of all the sections in a kitchen to efficiently manage operations
Previous experience within the leisure and tourism industry – desirable
2 -3 years management experience within a similar role
High standards of personal and food hygiene
Food Hygiene Certificate
Excellent leadership skills, and the ability to motivate others
Customer focused attitude, with excellent customer facing skills, and an approachable, friendly manner Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal