Chalet Hotel Kitchen Porter

Job Introduction

Reporting to our Hotel Head Chef, our Kitchen Porters work with our Chef team to ensure that our hotel kitchen runs efficiently with the cleaning of all cutlery, crockery  and utensils, as well as the general cleaning of kitchen equipment and surfaces, and ensures that these are cleaned to a high standard. You will also be assisting with preparing our Breakfast service and basic Mise en Place if required. 

As a team, we strive to exceed all guests' culinary expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with an eagerness to learn all 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 to work with a 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.

Kitchen Porter Responsibilities

• Take responsibility in providing an excellent care free holiday to all travelling guests.
• Provide a welcoming family friendly environment in your chalet
• 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 and 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 Chefs 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
• Friendly, flexible, approachable and enthusiastic
• Able to deliver excellent customer service in all circumstances and to guests of all ages 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!
• Availability for the whole season (Mid November 2023 until end of April 2024)
• Current Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Must be 18 years of age before departing to France
• We will conduct DBS checks as well as taking up at least two references