Hastings Hotels is a family owned, luxury hotel group based in Northern Ireland.
We value our people. It’s our people who provide the excellent experience we offer to all our guests. When we work together we can do amazing things.
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic person to become part of our talented Kitchen team at the exclusive Culloden Estate & Spa.
Under the leadership of our Inspiring Head Chef, Adele Crawford, you will have the opportunity to work with our friendly team, develop your skills, and enjoy the variety offered by a role in hospitality. Find out more about why our people love working for Hastings Hotels here.
The successful candidate can expect to work 35 hours per week (excluding breaks), five shifts out of seven including weekends.
The rate of pay for this position is £9.55 to £12.75 per hour depending on your age.
We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, employee discounts, credit card tips, 29 days holiday plus your birthday, and opportunities for career progression and development. For further details about our employee benefits click here.
The company reserves the right to apply enhanced short-listing criteria.
To find out more about Hastings Hotels and what our company offers please visit
Hastings Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
About The Role
To be responsible for the preparation and presentation of meals for the greatest enjoyment of the guests and maximum profit contribution to the hotel.
- To assist other chefs in the kitchen area.
- To provide the highest standards of preparation and presentation for guests and to ensure expectations are met.
- To ensure that the kitchen areas are maintained in a clean and tidy manner in accordance with departmental standards.
- To ensure all equipment and materials are used in the correct manner and any problems reported immediately.
- To work effectively with colleagues to ensure a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.
- To maintain the security of stock areas at all times, immediately reporting any breaches.
- To comply with all health, safety, hygiene and licensing policies and procedures.
- To ensure that guest dissatisfactions are dealt with efficiently, reporting them to the Supervisor/Manager on duty.
- Any other duties as required by Management.
Required Criteria
- Right to work in the United Kingdom
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen
- Ability to deliver an exceptional standard of customer service
- Ability to work well under pressure and be a team player
Desired Criteria
- NVQ Level 2 or the equivalent in Professional Cookery or working towards
- A food hygiene certificate / a minimum level 2 food safety qualification
- Experience in a high-quality establishment, preferably a hotel
Skills Needed
Food Production, Chefing Skills, HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills
About The Company
For more than 60 years, we have built a reputation for placing quality at the heart of everything we do. Our properties boast exceptional interior design and are meticulously maintained, while we source local food and drink to provide our guests with an unparalleled dining experience. At Hastings Hotels, we understand that our guests remember the small details, such an open fire in the front hall, supremely comfortable beds, and fabulous breakfast. Thats why we place a great emphasis on recruitment, induction, and integrating our staff into their department, hotel, and the Group. We believe that the right behaviours and attitudes are more critical than every last qualification, and we can help you attain that. Were committed to working with you to help develop your career with us, and we promise to do everything we can to support you on that journey.
Company Culture
At Hastings Hotels, we know that great hospitality starts with great people. We have been proud to operate as a business grounded in care, respect, and opportunity, where every team member is valued, supported, and celebrated for who they are and what they contribute. To support your employee journey and your skills development, we provide comprehensive on-the-job training and personalised career development programs, ensuring a fulfilling career with us. This commitment to diversity and inclusion has been recognised by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (ECNI), and we are proud to be recognised as one of Northern Irelands top employers. From physical and mental wellbeing to learning, inclusion, and personal growth, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Company Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, cash and credit card tips, employee discounts, 29 days holiday plus your birthday, and opportunities for career progression and development.
Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Competitive salary, Preferential room rates, Family and friends rates, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Free meals during shifts, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, On the job learning, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Long service awards, Staff celebration events, Company employee App
Salary
Up to £23,478.00 per year
Skills:Food Production Chefing Skills HACCP/Food Safety Managem
Benefits:Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Employee development programs Employee discounts Competitive salary Preferential room rates
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