Commis Chef & Chef De Partie Roles
Salary commensurate with experience
plus an Annual Discretionary Bonus

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, in conjunction with the Aspinall Foundation, is a charity-based organisation committed to protecting rare and endangered animals from extinction through captive breeding and reintroduction programmes. The parks are home of one of the world’s most prized wild animal collections and are one of the biggest visitor attractions in Kent.

At Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve we require Chefs for two of our unique restaurants which serve our guests staying at our Short Breaks overnight accommodation experiences.

We are looking for motivated individuals who understand the importance of excellent customer care and can deliver a high standard of service. Applicants must be willing to work flexible hours in a fast paced and demanding commercial environment.

The successful Chef de Partie candidate will:
• Manage a section within the kitchen with the assistance of the Commis Chef.
• Managing the development and supervision of the Commis Chefs on the section, ensuring they are fully trained and understand their duties.
• Prepare dishes to the highest quality and standards,
• Manage food storage with the Head Chef,
• Comply with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards,
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues,
• Maintaining a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.

The Commis Chef job responsibilities include day to day cooking and cleaning tasks and the upkeep of the kitchens to a safe and legal standard. Environmental Health and company policy standards must be maintained to at all times. Previous customer service and catering experience is essential. A Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable as full training will be provided.

Working 30+ hours a week over five days which includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Due to our remote location a reliable form of transport is advantageous. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Friday 12 April 2019

To apply: Please email a CV.
Or post to: Human Resources, Port Lympne Reserve, Lympne, Kent, CT21 4PD.

Please visit our website for further information.