Mount Cook Adventure Centre is a not-for-profit outdoor activity centre.
We have a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a small, supportive team and is looking for an alternative to the traditional hospitality industry.
As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in preparing delicious, wholesome meals for a variety of visiting groups, including school children and a whole host of diverse guests
Pay: £13.88/hour
Responsibilities include:
- Working with and leading the catering team to deliver high quality meals to outlined specifications
- Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for groups varying in size from 50-150
- Supervising staff to ensure food hygiene standards are constantly maintained in accordance with organisational policy and EHO quality standards
- Maintaining the cleanliness standards of the kitchen at all times
- Liaising directly with the Catering Manager regarding all aspects of the catering department within the centre
The ideal candidate
Essential
- Experience in catering for large groups in a similar hotel/hostel environment
- Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern including evenings and weekends
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently using own initiatives
- A passion for working with young people and be prepared to commit to Mount Cook’s values and current tourist industry standards
- Confidence and competence to lead a service and a small team
- A passion for creating good quality and healthy food
- Understand a wide variety of dietary requirements
Desirable
- Level 3 Catering Supervisor Food Hygiene qualification
This role is subject to a DBS check and in line with the requirement of the current immigration and asylum legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the U.K.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £13.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Large group cooking: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
