CDP – Maidstone

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Full-time | Permanent | All-year-round employment

Are you a passionate CDP looking for your next opportunity in a busy, professional kitchen?

We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef/experienced CDP to join a friendly and hardworking kitchen team at a well-established hotel in the Maidstone area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys being hands-on, leading by example and helping to create a positive kitchen environment.

Due to location applicants will need to be able to drive.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to ensure consistently high standards of food quality, service, hygiene and kitchen performance.

You’ll be responsible for supporting the wider kitchen brigade while taking an active role.

We’re looking for someone who is confident working as a team, remains calm under pressure and takes pride in delivering excellent food.

Shift patterns will be across 5 days and will be for the majority be a 13:00/14:00-22:00 with the odd breakfast shift on offer in line with business needs.

We’re looking for an experienced Chef who enjoys being actively involved in the kitchen and leading from the front.

Ideally, you will have:

• At least 2 years' experience working in a professional environment as a Chef
• Experience within a branded hotel, restaurant or similar high-volume environment
• City & Guilds 7061/2 and/or NVQ Level 3 (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• A genuine passion for food and high standards
• The confidence to lead, support and motivate a kitchen team
• A flexible and positive approach to working in a busy kitchen
• A strong team-player mentality combined with good leadership skills

Most importantly, you'll be someone who is hands-on, enthusiastic and passionate about creating a great working environment, while ensuring the kitchen delivers consistently high standards.

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Guaranteed work throughout the year
• 28 days' annual holiday
• Discounted hotel stays worldwide for you, friends and family
• Complimentary use of leisure facilities, including health club and pool
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free meals while on duty
• Complimentary meal in the restaurant for you and a friend on your birthday
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business

A driving licence and access to your own transport is essential, as the property is not located on a mainline bus or train route.

If you're an experienced Chef who enjoys leading a team, getting stuck in and delivering great food, we'd love to hear from you.