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Commis Chef - Part Time - job post

Potters Resorts - Five Lakes
3.7 out of 5 stars
Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon CM9 8HX
£13.50 an hour - Part-time
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • £13.50 an hour

Job type

  • Part-time

Location

Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon CM9 8HX

Full job description

Company Description


Company Description

Love working in a kitchen, but don’t want to work full-time? We’ve got you covered.

We have two part-time Commis Chef opportunities available at Potters Resorts Five Lakes – one working 2 days per week and one working 3 days per week.

It’s a great opportunity if you’re looking for a role that fits around your lifestyle, family, studies or other commitments, while still giving you the chance to work in a professional kitchen, learn new skills and be part of a fantastic team.

Come and cook, learn and grow with us!

Potters Resorts is the UK’s only fully inclusive resort, offering a truly unique hospitality experience where everything is included in one simple price. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, we take pride in delivering outstanding dining, West End–style entertainment, and exceptional service to every guest.

We believe in investing in our teams, nurturing talent, and creating a positive workplace where you can develop your skills while helping us create unforgettable, stress-free experiences for our guests.


Job Description


Join the Team at the UK’s Number One Fully Inclusive Resort

At Potters Resorts Five Lakes, we’re proud to be recognised as the UK’s Number One Fully Inclusive Resort. Behind that achievement is a passionate, dedicated team who take real pride in delivering outstanding experiences for our guests. We’re now looking for like-minded individuals to join us and help uphold the high standards we’re known for.

Commis Chef (Part Time)

Location: Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8HX
Hours: Part-time, approx. 2 - 3 days per week

We are currently looking for 2 people - ideal shifts below:

  • 2 days per week
  • 3 days per week

This is a great opportunity to join a professional, supportive kitchen team where quality, teamwork, and development are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Commis Chef role;

  • Assisting with food preparation, including salads, vegetables, starters, main courses, and bakery section
  • Working safely by following HACCP and Food Hygiene regulations
  • Completing temperature checks
  • Assisting with stock rotation
  • A keen eye for detail
  • Good time management
  • A commitment to reducing waste in the kitchen by adhering to menu and portion sizes
  • Experience in a commis chef role is not necessary, as full training will be given

You will take personal pride in;

  • Working as a team to deliver fresh, delicious, and quality food to our guests
  • Ensuring that the kitchen environment is kept clean and hygiene at all times
  • Using attention to detail to ensure that every dish meets our exceptional standards
  • Having the necessary knowledge to cater to dietary and allergy requirements
  • Promoting teamwork by establishing strong working relationships with those around you, by treating your colleagues with respect
  • Ensuring that you attend training sessions and keep your knowledge of our menus and regulations up to date

Hours of work:

  • This is a part-time position, working either 2 or 3 days per week.

  • We are ideally looking for someone who can offer flexibility in the days and hours they work to help meet the needs of the business. However, for the right candidate, we can potentially accommodate regular set days each week if preferred.

Pay:

  • £13.50 per hour

To start the next step of your journey with us – apply now! We look forward to hearing from you.

Immediate start for the right candidate


Qualifications


No formal qualifications are needed although experience of working in a kitchen would be advantageous. We'll provide all the training you need to excel in your role if you have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and are passionate about food!


Additional Information


Why Choose Potters Resorts Five Lakes?

  • Be part of an award-winning, newly expanded resort
  • Excellent career growth and personal development opportunities
  • Free Meals when working
  • ️‍️ Free access to our state-of-the-art gym and leisure facilities
  • Competitive pay rates based on age and experience
  • Continuous training through our Potters Academy
  • Regular team recognition, awards, and treat days
  • A genuinely enjoyable place to work

Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.

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