Chalet Hotel Kitchen Porter

Job Introduction

Chalet Hotel Kitchen Porter - Ski Famille:

Reporting to our Hotel Head Chef, our Kitchen Porters work with our Chef team to ensure that our hotel kitchen runs efficiently.  You will be responsible for the cleaning of all cutlery, crockery and utensils; as well as the general cleaning of kitchen equipment and surfaces, ensuring that these are cleaned to a high standard. 

As a team, we strive to exceed all guests' culinary expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with an eagerness to learn about the responsibilities of the kitchen, coupled with thorough attention to detail and time management skills.  You will be well presented, highly organised and comfortable working under your own initiative, within a wider team in a professional kitchen. You will assist with the preparation of ingredients with the Chef de Partie and Sous Chefs for the Breakfast service, along with some basic Mise en Place if required.

Our hotel sleeps 90 guests; made up of adults and children with various dietary requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Take responsibility in providing an excellent care free holiday to all travelling guests
• Clean and wash all crockery, cutlery, utensils and kitchen equipment/surfaces and ensure that they are ready ahead of service
• Help with deep cleaning the kitchen facilities including all fridges, freezers, ovens and store cupboards/areas,
• Follow all Health and Safety checks on a daily basis in accordance with our company guidelines, adhering to local food storage and preparation regulations
• Have good control of managing chemical and cleaning equipment stock levels, working with the Head/Sous Chefs to make sure the correct items are ordered in
• With training, you may be required to assist with some basic veg preparation
• Positive and continuous communication with  the Head Chef and all other kitchen chefs  
• Uphold the good reputation of Ski Famille and Ski Vertigo

REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE

• Previous experience in hospitality and catering
• A working knowledge of HACCP procedures
• Some cooking skill/knowledge
• Great self-motivation and the ability to work autonomously.
• Well-developed organisational skills and a keen eye for detail
• Be friendly, flexible, approachable and enthusiastic
• Able to deliver excellent customer service in all circumstances and to guests of all ages, with an understanding of the differences between adult and child holiday needs
• Knowledge of snow sports is advantageous
• A strong experienced team player
• At least basic French language skills are preferable and would put you ahead of other applicants!
• Must be 18 years of age before departing to France
• Availability for the whole season (mid-November until late April)
• Current Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (to be completed after an offer of employment)
• A current Basic DBS check (to be provided after an offer of employment)
• We will take up at least two professional references