Founded in 1891, The Fortingall (fortingall.com) is under new ownership and undergoing significant refurbishment and rebranding, with the aim of becoming one of the top boutique hotels in the UK, when it relaunches in Spring 2025.

Job Overview:

Join our culinary team at The Fortingall as CDP and be part of a dynamic kitchen environment dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

As CDP, you will play a crucial role in meal preparation, ensuring high-quality dishes are served to our guests.

If you have a passion for culinary arts and enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen setting, we welcome you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

The ideal candidate will also possess the following traits:

• Intelligence and curiosity to learn
• Great work ethic and innate perfectionism
• Empathy
• Self awareness and Integrity

Duties:

• Collaborate with the kitchen team to prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards

• Assist in food preparation, including chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and preparing sauces

• Ensure food is cooked properly and presented attractively

• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations at all times

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation

• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and restocking supplies as needed

• Contribute ideas for menu development and innovation

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment

• Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking skills

• Understanding of food safety principles

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team

• Culinary or cooking certification is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the culinary team

• Free Accommodation

• Profit Share

• Bonus Scheme

• Holiday Pay

• Employee meal discounts

• Training and development opportunities

• Positive work environment with supportive team members

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £25,700.00-£28,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Housing allowance
• Profit sharing

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 16/03/2025