This role requires flexibility, as you will work across all four core venues and the parks and cafe operation as required, including evenings and weekends.
Key Responsibilities
Support the culinary function across the full BCC Core Venues & Parks and Cafes contract
Work across cafés, events and banqueting operations, including large scale events
Prepare, cook and present food to the required standard
Support food service during busy service periods
Ensure all kitchens and food preparation areas are clean and well maintained at all times
Be fully compliant with all HSE, food safety and commercial policies
Deliver food standards in line with brand and sustainability requirements
Work closely with the wider kitchen team to support daily operations
Act as a positive role model within the kitchen
About You
Keen interest in developing culinary skills to progress as a Chef
Minimum of 1 year’s previous experience in a food space environment (kitchen porter, kitchen assistant etc.) in a quality-focused kitchen
A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and beautifully crafted dishes
Reliable, flexible, and committed to high standards
Team player with a positive, professional attitude
Ambition to progress their culinary career under the leadership of our head chef
A real passion for food and food quality
Good understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance
Organised, reliable and able to work well under pressure
Keen to learn, develop and progress into the next role
Motivated to build a long-term career with the company
Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends and across multiple venues
About Us
Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high-quality dining in London and New York.
Within our venues team, we provide catering and hospitality services to some of the most iconic visitor attractions and destinations in the UK including the Imperial War Museum London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Knebworth House, Design Museum, Whipsnade Zoo and many more. Within these amazing venues we operate a host of bespoke cafés and restaurants, as well as delivering private events ranging from small meetings to large-scale ground events of up to 1000 people. You can find a full list of our venues on our website.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, diverse, fun, and dynamic place to work with opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of teams plus a commitment to putting our people first. Restaurant Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a business, we are committed to sustainability led practices and are proud to have achieved 3 stars with the Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Food Made Good Programme.
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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
