Commis Chef

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Napoleons Casino & Restaurant Bradford is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated full time Commis Chef for our restaurant and busy bar food and beverage operation.

Napoleons Casinos & Restaurants are operated by a privately owned UK family business, The A&S Leisure Group, with over 50 years in the leisure and hospitality sector.

We have a commitment to providing first class venues and outstanding customer service for our clientele. Our Group employs over 650 people across 7 leisure & entertainment businesses.

Job Summary

The successful candidate should have good all-round experience of all areas of the kitchen

Have good communication skills and work well within a small enthusiast team and on their own.

Main Duties

· You will be responsible for assisting senior chefs in the preparation and presentation of all dishes in your allocated area

· Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety

· Deal with deliveries and stock rotation

· To liaise closely with all sections of the kitchen and restaurant to ensure efficient service and maintain high levels of communication with colleagues and other staff.

· To ensure that food is prepared and presented to the highest standards as set by the Head Chef for the restaurant and bar.

· Ensure all work areas are kept clean and tidy and are completely cleaned at the end of each shift

Person Specification:

· Have a good working knowledge of kitchen equipment and a complete command of basic culinary basics.

· 1 year’s experience working in a similar type of operation.

· Experience in high volume kitchens working with fresh food and the ability to work well under pressure is preferred, but the role may suit a college leaver with basic industry experience.

· Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

· Must be willing to work varied shifts and follow instruction.

· Good communication skills are essential.

· NVQ Level 2 or equivalent preferred but not essential.

In return we will offer the successful Commis Chef;

· Straight shifts

· 40-hour week – 5 shifts over 7days. Shifts will include evenings and weekends and will involve some late finishes.

· 28 days holiday

· Late night subsidised taxis home

· Chance of progression

· Great team environment

· Uniform provided

· Free staff meals whilst on duty

· Company pension scheme

· Free 24 hour Employee Assistance Programme helpline to support you through any of life’s issues or problems

Applicants must be over 18 years old and eligible to work in the UK

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £10.92 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bradford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person