About The Company
Andras Hotels is Northern Ireland’s largest hotel group, operating nine hotels across Belfast, Coleraine and Portrush, along with apartment complexes, a café bar, a health club and spa. The group is rapidly expanding and is committed to promoting tourism and hospitality while prioritising wellbeing, sustainability and staff development. We are an equal‑opportunity employer.
What Is The Job
The Trainee Chef will work alongside the Executive Head Chef to assist in the day‑to‑day running of a kitchen section and gain experience in a hotel kitchen environment. The role requires maintaining high food quality, hygiene standards and efficient kitchen operations in a fast‑paced setting.
Responsibilities
* Assist the Chef in running the kitchen section and prepare food to the highest standard.
* Maintain HACCP and COSHH compliance and record daily temperature readings.
* Ensure kitchen equipment, fixtures and hygiene schedules are maintained and compliant.
* Participate in training and staff exercises to improve standards.
* Work safely, keep work areas tidy, report hazards, accidents or damage.
* Operate plate‑wash and pot‑wash machines (Kitchen Porter duties) and manage kitchen cleaning.
* Prepare deliveries, store stock and ensure proper storage according to health‑and‑safety regulations.
* Adhere to SOPs and checklists and wear the required uniform.
Required Qualifications
* Experience working with food in a professional kitchen.
* Experience in a Kitchen Porter role is desirable.
* Good communication and listening skills.
* Ability to work quickly and under pressure.
* Can work independently and in a team.
* Follow instructions accurately.
Desired Qualifications
* Experience in hospitality.
* NVQ level 2 in Food Preparation and up.
* Food hygiene certificate.
Salary and Hours
£12.50 per hour. 24‑hour availability required.
Benefits
* Discounted hotel rates worldwide for employees, family and friends.
* Health Care Cash Plan.
* Pension and maternity/paternity enhancements.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme and recruitment bonus.
* Andras Academy training and development.
* Access to pool, gym (PureGym) and wellness programs.
* Employee recognition and social events.
* Financial incentives for training completion.
Employment Details
Internship, Contract. Seniority level: Internship. Job function: Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Laundry and Dry‑cleaning Services.
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