Thames Lido has a fantastic opportunity to join our well-established Kitchen team as a full- time Chef de Partie. This is a great opportunity to grow and learn within the kitchen. We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 3 years experience as a Chef.
Our Restaurant Ethos:
From the breakfast menu to the a la Carte, Lido food is strongly influenced by the seasons and the freshest produce available. Our chefs focus on sourcing the best ingredients through their close relations with local suppliers, farmers and fishermen from the West and South Coast. Using simple cooking methods including chargrills and wood ovens, the dishes are full of colour, flavour and freshness. Our menus are created with balance and variety, a treat for all and suitable for everyday dining, celebrations or just taking time out.
We are looking for someone who is hungry to learn about in-house butchery and bakery, working in a fast paced busy environment with wood-fired ovens and charcoal grills. a real way of cooking. A great environment to learn and develop.
This job is a great opportunity for someone looking for upwards of a 1-year commitment to learn, train and develop.
Who are we?
Thames Lido is an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a restaurant, poolside bar and spa. The idea is for guests to sit back, enjoy being served by friendly staff whilst watching the swimmers alongside and your food being prepared in the Wood (now Gas fuel to support the survival of the environment) fired oven. Our Spa provides a holistic approach to tailored massages, using bespoke Lido oils, guests can relax while hearing the lapping of the water on the pool's edge.
Our unique setting sets us apart from many venues, and for that reason we are dedicated to recruiting a team that thrive of our values and ethos so that every guest leaves with that same feeling of calm and wellbeing.
What do we offer?
* Highly competitive rate of pay and service tronc - Chef de Partie hourly rate starting at £12.88, depending on experience basic plus service tronc paid weekly through TipJar.
* Full use of the Pool and Spa facilities at management due to capacity levels.
* Three Course Meal for your Birthday for two at any of our three sites.
* Unlimited 1-on-1 counselling sessions with our wellbeing platform OpenUp.
* 50% off treatments at our two Lido's.
* 20% off Food and Drink at any of our four sites for groups up to 6 people.
* Annual Staff Party & Spring Social Event for all sites.
* Recruitment Bonus of £100 if you recommend someone to work with us and they pass their 3-month probation.
* Management and Employee Development Plans and Courses with NatWest Mentor.
* Regular visits to our food, drink, and spa suppliers.
* 28 days statutory leave, pension scheme, delicious staff food & more
What now?
If you think this opportunity is for you, please send us a copy of your CV and a Covering Letter telling us a bit about yourself, your plans going forward in your career and why the Thames Lido could be the right fit for you. Please attach any written references. We look forward to receiving your application
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.88 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Cooking: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person