Magherabuoy Hotel - Commis Chef
About Us
Andras Hotels is Northern Ireland’s largest hotel group with nine hotels in Belfast, Coleraine and Portrush, two apartment complexes, a Café Bar and a Health Club and Spa. We are rapidly expanding our portfolio, and we are dedicated to promoting tourism and hospitality across the country. We develop our people through our Andras Academy, the industry Wellbeing and Development Promise, and we are proud to be signed up to Green Tourism.
What is the Job?
The Commis Chef plays a key role in supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of their section, ensuring all preparation, food production and service are delivered to the highest standards and in line with food-hygiene regulations. This role is ideal for someone who has worked as a Kitchen Porter and commie chef, and is ready to take the next step in their culinary career. You’ll be part of a fast-paced kitchen team where you may assist with tasks such as keeping equipment clean and ready for use, while also developing your skills in food preparation and cooking. Full training will be provided across all menus, along with the required food-safety training, helping you build confidence and progress as an aspiring chef. The ability to stay calm under pressure and use your initiative will be key to your success in this role.
Hours
16 hours per week.
What we offer:
· Health Care Cash Plan
· Diamond membership of Kingsbridge Hospital Group
· Enhanced Pension Scheme
· Enhanced Maternity Pay
· Enhanced Paternity Pay
· Cycle to work
· Recruit a friend scheme
· Employee Appreciation and Social Events
· Employee of the Month Award
· £20 for completion of FLOW training
· Increased Annual leave with service
· Discount at Bodyscape – Employee rate and family and friend rate
· Cyrospa discount rate at Bodyscape
· Communication and advice on Health and Wellbeing
· Andras Academy – Training and Development Programs and progression opportunities within the Andras Hotels Group
· Work for globally renowned Hotel Brands
· Reward Club Incentive Scheme
· Hotel Incentive scheme
· Discount at PureGym
· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Wellbeing App
· Perks & Discounts – access to perks and discounts on travels, shopping and much more.
About the role
Your day to day:
· Assisting with the general day to day running of their section
· Follow HACCP and COSHH procedures. Training will be provided
· Cook Breakfast, Lunch and dinner as per required set standards. Training will be provided for each menu
· Assist senior chefs with temperature readings are taken on a daily basis and taken accurately
· Ensure that all kitchen equipment, fixtures and fittings are in good working order and to ensure that no item of equipment is misused. Report any faults to Duty Manager
· Ensure all cleaning schedules are adhered to and hygiene checked daily.
· Ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming.
· Upkeep of the equal opportunities policy to ensure that there is a neutral working environment.
· Participate in any training and personnel exercises designed to improve standards and performance.
· Work in accordance with standard procedures within each department.
· Keep staff/work areas tidy, safe and report any hazards, accidents & damages to management and observe all requirements under Health & Safety at Work act (1989).
Accountability
This job involves working in Kitchen and Food & Beverage areas. Hours of work will include mornings, evenings and weekends. Will include assisting other departments wherever necessary and maintaining good working relationships.
What we need from you:
Essential:
· Experience within a commis chef role or equivalent experience of working with food in a professional kitchen environment
· Experience working as Kitchen porter assisting chefs with day-to-day duties for 6 months
· Good communication and listening skills
· Ability to work within a Team and also independently
Desirable:
· Experience of working in hotel and restaurant kitchen
· NVQ qualification up to and including level 2 in Food Preparation
· Hygiene Certificate.
How do I deliver this?
We genuinely care about people, and we show this through living the Andras Hotels behaviours.
Teamwork – work with commitment, cooperatively and effectively with others
Brand Hearted – understand and live the brand standards, exhibiting a positive, friendly manner with customers and colleagues
Diversity & Respect – welcome, include and demonstrate respect for all individuals from all groups
Integrity – honest, respectful and accountable
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Ability to work within a team and also independently
- Good communication and listening skills
- Experience within a Commis Chef role or equivalent experience of working with food in a professional kitchen environment
- Experience working as Kitchen Porter assisting Chefs with day-to-day duties for 6 months
Desired criteria
- Experience of working in hotel and restaurant kitchen
- NVQ qualification up to and including level 2 in Food Preparation
- Hygiene Certificate
Andras Hotels
We are a leading property development and hospitality company, established in 1981 and based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. We are the city's largest hotel group approaching 1000 bedrooms in the city.
Andras House Ltd is a leading property development and hospitality company based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Established in 1981, the company has grown into a highly successful multi-million pound organisation with an extensive portfolio of office, hotel and leisure developments. We are proud to be at the forefront of hospitality in Northern Ireland. With seven hotels we are Belfast’s largest hotel group with 1000 bedrooms in the City. Andras Hotels is proud to be the leading hotel group in Belfast with current awards of Best Hotel in Belfast for Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre, Best Budget Hotel in Ireland for Ibis Belfast City Centre and Best Serviced Apartments for Cordia Serviced Apartments.
Andras Hotels is Northern Ireland’s largest hotel group and we are proud to have been at the forefront of hospitality for the past 30 years. We subscribe to the Hospitality Employers Charter, which means we are committed to providing training, development, and support to all of our team members. We offer a range of staff benefits and opportunities to grow your career in our fast-growing company Our Andras Academy provides training and development for all team members and we are an equal opportunities employer.
Our benefits
What we offer
Health insurance
Vacation, Paid time off
Retirement plan and/or pension
Office perks
Employee development programs
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Referral bonus
Competitive salary
Preferential room rates
Family and friends rates
Long service recognition
Free meals during shifts
Free parking or Discounted parking
Wellbeing Scheme
Work With Charities
Social Opportunities
Employee of the Month
Employee Recognition Scheme
Magherabuoy Hotel - Commis Chef
We are a leading property development and hospitality company, established in 1981 and based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. We are the city's largest hotel group approaching 1000 bedrooms in the city.