Job Description

Based in the Herefordshire village of Much Marcle, Westons Cider is an independent cider-making company, making premium award-winning ciders since 1880.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Chef/Cook to join our fantastic Scrumpy House Restaurant which serves a mouth-watering menu of delicious, locally sourced food.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Hospitality Team and will provide food preparation and catering for the Scrumpy House Restaurant. This includes breakfast, lunch and dinners as well as catering for functions and special events such as private parties, corporate hospitality and staff long service/retirement lunches.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills/experience:

Essential:

Previous experience of working in a kitchen environment - training and support can be provided! Documentation and Stock Rotation knowledge Excellent Food Hygiene knowledge Flexibility to cover functions and events Excellent communication and customer service skills Able to work under own initiative as well as working within a team Ability to work well under pressure
Desirable:

City & Guilds 7061/2 or equivalent NVQ Food Handlers Certificate - Level 2 or above Personal Licence is advantageous
This is a full-time, permanent position, primarily consisting of straight day shifts. The Scrumpy House operates seven days a week, with standard opening hours from Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (kitchen closes at 3:00pm). We also run our popular Scrumpy Thursdays, with extended service from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

Weekend hours are 10:00am to 4:00pm, with extended opening on Saturdays from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

The role is 35 hours per week, spread over 5 out of 7 days (including weekends), with opportunities for overtime. Therefore, flexibility is essential.

If you like the sound of what you're hearing, join our team where People, Pride, Passion, and Expertise matter!

Benefits include:

Company Pension Private Medical Insurance Corporate Healthcare Cash Plan Share Scheme Life Assurance Free on-site parking with discounted EV chargers Employee discount across our Visitor Centre Shop and Scrumpy House Restaurant On-site gym Cycle to work scheme Additional holiday purchase scheme available
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: No less than 35 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Employee discount On-site gym On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Work Location: In person