Heckfield Place is a beautifully restored hotel on a 400-acre farm in the county of Hampshire. The kitchen sources some of its produce from our biodynamic market garden on site, and chefs take regular tours of the farm to draw inspiration from what they see growing.
The kitchen is currently looking for a Canteen Assistant – 24 Hours/week to join our dynamic kitchen.
We are looking for a person that is interested in healthy food offerings, utilising the farm as much as possible with limited items bought in. Reduced food waste and the creativity using any spent items from the two restaurants.
Position responsibilities include but aren't limited to:
- To prepare the dining area for service, which may include moving and or setting up furniture, setting up trolleys and cleaning and dismantling these during and after service
- To prepare the service area, hot cupboards and other equipment at the point of service for the efficient and effective service of the meals
- To ensure the menu signage and allergen notice board is updated daily
- To assist in the serving of food during mealtimes and occasionally assist in the preparation of food
- Full understanding of allergens, allergen awareness and food safety protocols
- To wash dishes, cutlery, serving utensils, tables and other catering equipment in the catering environment
- To clean daily all recognized catering areas to the companies agreed standards
- To undergo any on and off-site training sessions as required by the company
- Any duties as required to ensure that the dining area, kitchen and plate wash are in a clean, hygienic and safe condition and that the food service is effective and efficient.
- To occasionally be required to assist the chef in basic kitchen food preparation
- To be flexible regarding shifts in times of absence and sickness
- Working day hours including weekends
Benefits:
Basic salary of £15,900 PA (Working 24 hours per week)
- Tronc (Allocation for 2025 was £7,800+ per annum/per person based on full time hours)
- Increased holiday allowance
- Vitality healthcare cover
- Employee assistance programme
- Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary)
- 50% F&B discount when dining in our restaurants
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Enhanced paternity pay
- Recruit a Friend bonus (£1000)
- Monthly employee recognition scheme
- Annual employee parties
- Free staff meals
- 50% discount on Wildsmith Skin products
- Heckfield Plus - online discounts
- New Baby gift
- Christmas gift
The ideal person will have a passion for working seasonally and be opened to learning new styles and techniques. At Heckfield we pride ourselves on providing training, development and a chance to progress within the company. If you would like to work in a collaborative and creative environment, please apply now!
