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Breakfast Chef - Accommodation Available
The Newt in Somerset
Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon Up to £40000 / Year
Breakfast Chef - Accommodation Available
The Newt in Somerset

Full Time
1 Year Experience
Coins Icon Up to £40000 / Year
Skills
Previous Culinary Experience
Menu Development
Teamwork
Fine Dining Experience
Description
Breakfast Chef - Junior Sous
Temporary beautiful staff accommodation available, overlooking the Somerset countryside with own modern en-suite bathroom
Up to £34,000 per annum plus tronc with on-target earnings up to £40,000 plus fantastic benefits
6:30am-3:30pm, 5 days a week

Early mornings aren’t for everyone but if you’re an early riser who’s driven by delivering high standards of food and up for the challenge of working in a 3 Michelin Key hotel, then come and join us!

Your role

We are searching for a Breakfast Junior Sous to take ownership of our breakfast offering and delivery a varied and high-quality breakfast menu, featuring seasonal ingredients from across our estate. This role will involve working with our Head Chef to develop our existing breakfast menu, as well as ensuring food prepared each day is delivered and presented in adherence to our high standards. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Run our breakfast service, ensuring both our buffet and hot food offerings are of the highest standard
  • Work in collaboration with our Head chef to develop the breakfast menu, utilising the seasonal offerings from our estate
  • Clear down after breakfast service and support the wider kitchen team lunch offerings
  • Ensure there is enough stock to run a smooth breakfast service
  • Ensure our high standards of food hygiene and safety are adhered to at all time
  • Mentor and guide junior kitchen team members
What we can offer you
  • A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
  • Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
  • Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
  • Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
  • Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
  • The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
  • Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
  • Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
  • A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. 
  • Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we're looking for
  • Previous strong cheffing experience in a high-end hotel or restaurant
  • A passion for seasonal produce
  • A great team player 
  • Menu Development experience is preferable

Who are we? - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.



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Breakfast Chef - Junior Sous
Temporary beautiful staff accommodation available, overlooking the Somerset countryside with own modern en-suite bathroom
Up to £34,000 per annum plus tronc with on-target earnings up to £40,000 plus fantastic benefits
6:30am-3:30pm, 5 days a week

Early mornings aren’t for everyone but if you’re an early riser who’s driven by delivering high standards of food and up for the challenge of working in a 3 Michelin Key hotel, then come and join us!

Your role

We are searching for a Breakfast Junior Sous to take ownership of our breakfast offering and delivery a varied and high-quality breakfast menu, featuring seasonal ingredients from across our estate. This role will involve working with our Head Chef to develop our existing breakfast menu, as well as ensuring food prepared each day is delivered and presented in adherence to our high standards. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Run our breakfast service, ensuring both our buffet and hot food offerings are of the highest standard
  • Work in collaboration with our Head chef to develop the breakfast menu, utilising the seasonal offerings from our estate
  • Clear down after breakfast service and support the wider kitchen team lunch offerings
  • Ensure there is enough stock to run a smooth breakfast service
  • Ensure our high standards of food hygiene and safety are adhered to at all time
  • Mentor and guide junior kitchen team members
What we can offer you
  • A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
  • Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
  • Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
  • Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
  • Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
  • The opportunity to ensure your views are heard and shape the future of the business via our Employee Engine Room.
  • Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
  • Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
  • Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
  • A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few. 
  • Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team
What we're looking for
  • Previous strong cheffing experience in a high-end hotel or restaurant
  • A passion for seasonal produce
  • A great team player 
  • Menu Development experience is preferable

Who are we? - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.



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