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Senior Chef de Partie

TLH Carlton Hotel, Falkland Road, Torquay, TQ2 5JJ

It’s an exciting time to join Team TLH. We’re on a mission to be the ‘Number One choice for all Hotel Based Leisure in Torquay’ with an ambition to be busy 365 days a year! Our star-studded team is the key to delivering our mission and we want the best people in the Bay to be part of it.

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will join our friendly and professional team of colleagues in the Hotel Kitchen preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes within the speciality section. You will help to prep before service and support the management team within the kitchen to ensure a smooth service for our guests.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes; overseeing a section of work within the Kitchen
  • Assist in the training of Commis Chefs working with you
  • Helping the Sous Chef and Head Chef to enhance menus and develop new dishes
  • Support with all areas of paperwork and ordering within the kitchen
  • Ensuring you and the Kitchen team have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of Health and Safety
  • Monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins
Our values – STARS

Our values are integral to our business and guide how we operate at every level of the organisation. The ideal candidate’s STARS values for this role are:

  • Service – Promptly preparing and cook orders for our customers that are both tasty and well presented
  • Teamwork – Working alongside Front of House staff and other Chefs in the kitchen with the ability to manage high volume orders during the peak season
  • Attitude – Maintaining a positive and professional attitude with good time management skills with the ability to delegate where appropriate and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Respect – Acting in a respectful way to all other members of the TLH team
  • Safe and Sustainable – Abiding by all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations
What we have to offer:

As part of the TLH Team, you will be available to take advantage of exceptional company benefits including:

  • Free use of the leisure facilities (during selected times)
  • Discounts on Aztec Spa treatments and facilities
  • Discounts on accommodation and Aztec Leisure memberships for friends and family
  • Full induction to ensure you hit the ground running
  • Free staff meals whilst on duty
  • Up to 28 days annual leave
  • Workplace pension scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
Hours and rate of pay

This is a permanent full-time position of 35-40 hours over 5 days which is comprised of split shifts and will include some weekend shifts.

Hourly Rate: £12.50 per hour

About TLH Leisure Resort

Open 365 days of the year, TLH Leisure Resort is based in the heart of Torquay. Comprising four inter-linked hotels which include the TLH Derwent, TLH Victoria, TLH Toorak, and TLH Carlton Hotels on a single site. We offer a range of accommodation and shared entertainment plus the well-renowned Aztec Leisure brand, offering unique leisure and spa facilities to guests and locals.

Ready to apply?

Are you ready to join Team TLH? We’d love to meet you and discuss how you would be the perfect fit for this role. Please submit your CV and covering letter and apply online today. If shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview. If you are intending to park on site whilst attending an interview, please ensure you register your vehicle at Hotel Reception to secure free parking.