Job Description

Do you fancy joining a state-of-the-art brand-new induction and gas kitchen with an award-winning team?

We are currently looking for a CDP to join our team at The Ballroom in The Old Crown Coaching Inn, Farringdon.

This is a unique opportunity to join a full brigade of award-winning chefs under the guidance of head chef Samuel Squires . The Ballroom at The Old Crown Coaching Inn boasts fine dining with a great atmosphere, having launched in June 2022, already gaining an fierce reputation for local produce and amazing dishes within the area. Boosting 2 rosettes we are pushing for a fully recognised 3 rosette restaurant by the end of the year.

This role would be best suited to a hardworking independent individual, who is looking to further their career in an incredibly successful upcoming company with uncapped opportunities, alongside aiding senior kitchen staff with putting your own stamp on our menus.

Ideally candidates will have 1+ years' experience as a CDP chef however passion and drive are equally just as important.

Most importantly at the Westbrook Hotel Company we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and keeps in front of market trends, adjacent to maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of current Health, Safety & Food Hygiene.

At The Westbrook Hotel Company working alongside us will present incredible opportunities to develop your career in our young and dynamic team. We actively promote our chefs via various social media channels and have upcoming television opportunities alongside booking our chefs to host demonstrations at nationwide festivals.

Key roles:

Daily activities are dependent on the needs of the head chef.

Playing a vital role in training a team of more junior chefs to help them to increase their knowledge and skills in different aspects of the kitchen.

Maintaining an up to date knowledge of current food safety standards and completing any training required.

Expediting food and ensuring the kitchen meets high standards of quality.

About You:

This role would suit an individual with the following attributes, though not all are essential.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to recommend and adapt easily to change.

Previous experience within a role with comparable responsibilities.

Excellent communication skills.

Outstanding attention to detail.

Working well with minimal supervision.

Flexible proactive attitudes towards new challenges.

A background in fine dining/gastropubs within the hospitality industry.

Employee Rewards:

Wellness and mental health support. Employee rewards cards-Exclusive benefits for employees in all our locations. Front of House and kitchen external events and activity days. Opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary plus tips. Brand new state of the art kitchen. 2 consecutive days off a week. Working as part of an award-winning team. The opportunity to promote yourself as a chef within our company and gain exposure to many food festivals and events.
This is a unique and exciting role within a growing company that offers long-term development opportunities.

Applicants must be able to work with no restrictions and have experience in UK based companies. Due to the high volume of applicants, we are unable to reply to everyone, if you do not receive a response from us within seven days, please presume your application was unsuccessful. Please be assured that any successful candidates will be contacted within seven days of their application, with an invitation to interview.

To apply, please send covering letter and CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 28,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Tips
Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:

English not required
Schedule:

Day shift Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Faringdon, SN7 7HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person