Chef - Foresters Bar & Restaurant

We are currently looking to recruit a Chef for our Foresters Bar and Restaurant that is set within the grounds of the idyllic Darwin Forest near Matlock.  This is a permanent, full time position (shifts include evenings, weekends and bank holidays).  The Foresters caterers for both residents and non-residents of the park, serving fresh food daily with an extensive menu including childrens and take-away menus. Shifts will be in the majority straights, but flexibility will be required for holiday and sickness cover and any planned special events.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie or Commis Chef looking to develop and help implement new ideas to drive the business forward and work as part of a team.We are looking for an individual who will strive for excellence within the kitchen environment and take pride in the dishes they produce. You must enjoy working as part of a team and be able to work under your own initative, ensuring all duties are completed in a timely and effective manner.

The park operates all year round and at Pinelodge Holidays we try to “Delight every Guest so they Wish to Return”. As a member of the Foresters team you maybe come in contact with our guests and must display a friendly and professional image at all times, with a helpful can-do attitude.

Skills and Qualifications required:

• Excellent cooking skills
• An understanding of produce
• Working in the kitchen which is particularly busy on evenings and weekends
• Strong team ethic
• Excellent communication skills.
• Maintain high standards and quality
• Ensuring absolute cleanliness and order in accordance with HACCP rules
• City and Guides diploma in professional cookery or equivalent qualification
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate as a minimum

If you have drive, energy, enthusiasm with a great eye for attention to detail and have a willingness to learn and develop your current skills we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the rural location and timings of shifts your own car would be an advantage.

How To Apply

To apply please email recruitment@pinelodgeholidays.co.uk