Salary for this position is up to £32,000. Plus generous non-contractual gratuities and bonus where the annual package could reach up to £40,000.
Background
The Nare Hotel is Cornwall's only 5* country house hotel by the sea. It is considered one of the most comfortable hotels in the West Country and is renowned for its unobtrusive, traditional service. It has been the highest rated hotel in Cornwall for over 30 years. It is set in some 8 acres, has 40 well-appointed rooms, a traditional 'Dining Room' and a fine dining restaurant. In addition, the hotel offers a broad range of leisure facilities including tennis, croquet, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a small spa with three treatment rooms and a 38' motor launch which takes guests on excursions. The Nare hotel is a member of Pride of Britain Hotels consortium and the only 'Small Luxury Hotel of the World' west of Bath.
Excitingly, the hotel is within a phase of significant growth with the development of further accommodation. 4 extremely spacious suites were completed May 2021 with a further addition of 4 two-bedroom cottages, two larger four-bedroom houses and meeting space on the horizon.
The Role
We are excited to offer the opportunity for an experienced and passionate 'Breakfast Chef' to come on board and join the highly motivated kitchen team at The Nare Hotel. Your areas of responsibility are, but not limited to:
* Display and demonstrate your qualities with enthusiasm and in a calm manner
* Manage the section you are working on safely and professionally
* Ensure that all our produce is safe and handled in accordance with our food safety policy
* Ensure that the daily diary is completed
* Understand all elements of our food safety policy
* Ensure that our environment is safe to work in and report all equipment breakdown and defects
* Have a competent understanding of cooking fresh produce and accurately prepare and deliver food as it is meant to be served in a timely manner
* Assist Chef with the ordering of specific provisions for your area
* You will also have the opportunity to have some input on our menus
Our traditional dining room has a 1 AA rosette and serves breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner. The food here is silver served and is a firm favourite with our residents. Evenings usually comprise of a more intense service for around 70 – 85 guests per night.
The Quarterdeck has been recently awarded 2 AA Rosettes. Lunch can be busy with cuisine best described as Bistro/Brasserie. Dinner is a finer affair with a seasonal limited a la carte restaurant where the chefs may show their talent and flair using modern methods of cuisine and presentation. A very seasonal restaurant where you earn your stripes in the Summer, and Winter is a time for development and planning.
Candidate Criteria
This is a very high-quality operation and accordingly, candidates must have a significant aspiration to working in quality hotels and a clean solid background. Whilst at one level this is a traditional business, it is also progressive, and candidates should be able to demonstrate a much more contemporary outlook on life and an ability to adapt to a fast-moving, busy operation.
Benefits
We pride ourselves on our team loyalty and longevity. Our current benefits package is progressive and detailed below.
Staff meals whilst on duty
Uniform
50% discount for you and your family/friends in our restaurants
50% discount in our Carne Bay Spa
Discounted wines
Enhanced Pension contributions
Discounted rates of 50% in the world's most exclusive hotels and venues
Personal development plans
Hospitality action support, available when you need it
Significant Non-contractual grats (TRONC)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £32,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person