The Vale Resort
Junior Sous Chef
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Salary: £35,793.06 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Location: Vale Resort
How to apply: Send your CV to careers@valeresort.com
The Vale Resort, a premier 4-star resort, nestled in the Welsh countryside, offers far more than your luxury hotel! With 143 bedrooms, 2 championship golf courses, Wales’ largest spa, an award-winning restaurant and exceptional sporting facilities – we are quite simply one of the UK’s most desirable hospitality workplaces.
We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for our guests while fostering a supportive environment for our employees.
About The Role
Working as part of the kitchen team, you will be responsible for assisting in the management and training of the kitchen team across the resort, whilst also contributing towards menu creation.
The role requires flexibility to work 5 days per week between the Resort’s opening hours including evening & weekend.
About You
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate experience within a four star / five star hotel, resort or rosette restuarant. Ideally experienced in high end functions (weddings preferred) You will have strong hygiene controls including, HACCP, allergen controls along with a Food Hygiene Certificate.
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You Will Have
Previous experience working in a restaurant or culinary environment Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment Strong teamwork and communication skills Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment Passion for food, seasonal ingredients, and an eye for detail Understanding of basic food hygiene and safety practices
What’s In It For You
Overtime payment Free off-peak gym membership Staff Discount across the Leekes Retail & Leisure Group including discount on retail purchases, hotel accommodation and food and beverage. Increased holiday entitlement with service Long service awards Friends and Family discount Free laundered uniform Free car parking
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Not only that but we are proud and committed to invest in our employees, we strive to give you the skills and tools you need to build your career with us. Just walking around the Resort you'll meet a number of people who have grown their careers with us.
The Vale Resort – Part of the Leekes Retail and Leisure Group:
Leekes Retail was established in 1897 as an ironmonger in the Welsh Valleys and the group has grown and diversified over the last 120 years.
It remains a family business run by the fourth generation with the retail division trading from 4 large home department stores, 2 furniture stores and a builders’ merchants, whilst the leisure group two four-star hotels – the Vale Resort and a 17th century grade I listed castle Hensol Castle in addition to a gin distillery and visitor centre.
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