Executive Chef (1 year relevant experience required) in Bristol

Job description

The Wave, Bristol, are recruiting Chef Managers to join us for our busy 2024 season. We have a number of fixed-term contracts available.

The Wave is a slice of the ocean inland, where people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can experience the joy of surfing and its many physical and mental health benefits!

Our F&B area can seat 300+ visitors (inside and out) and is a high-volume operation. We feed and water super hungry surfers, our guests staying at The Camp – a 25 safari tent set up introduced in 2021, and spectators who come to hang out in our amazing venue.

As a Chef Manager at The Wave you will assist in the running of a successful & growing business that delivers fantastic food, an amazing customer experience, brings the numbers in & is always safe, secure & legal. Working with the F&B Manager you will achieve this by helping to lead an amazing team, engaging, developing & empowering them to ensure we provide the best experience and product to our visitors each and every time.

Why join The Wave? ● Our values as a business are the same as those we have as people. And they’re very simple. We know that when people are happy in themselves, connected to a community and caring for their environment they tend to do the right thing, naturally. That’s the basis of how we work. ● Our ethos encourages a diverse and equitable workplace. ● We offer up to 75% off surf bookings and sometimes you can surf for free. ● We are committed to creating a safe, professional and fun environment. ● We strive for positive impact, better in our performance and better for people and our planet. ● We are adventurous, we are bold in our learning, adapt to change positively, face challenges together and explore new opportunities. ● We respect and care for each other and ourselves, supporting each other because people matter.

Our Chef Managers: ● Lead the kitchen team and work harmoniously with the F&B management team in all kitchen management duties, acting as the lead figure within the department ● Regularly lead service ● Ensure people are in the right place to ensure the kitchen runs efficiently & customers receive a constantly high-quality product ● Have a full understanding of each of the kitchen sections including being able to run the pass at peak times and knowing food prep SOP ● Ensure production levels are in line with the sales mix

forecast, meaning we have full menu availability at all times ● Be an advocate for change and Implement new menu items, processes and changes to procedure to the kitchen mechanics in a positive way ● Responsible for collating all mis en please from the kitchen sections and pop-up kitchens ● Work as part of the F&B management team to improve performance fairly through the provision of open and honest feedback, this could include holding record of informal discussions and other people management tasks ● Able to educate the team in our food ethos and full menu offerings, this includes breakfast, clubhouse and pop-up menus ● Train and develop the wider team by proactively seeking skills gaps within the KA, Line Chef and Chef Team Leader population. Ensuring the relevant checklists are completed ● Champion the highest levels of food safety and hygiene, working with the chef management and the wider team to ensure this is always top priority

Our ideal Wavemaker will have a proactive & ambitious mindset with a desire to ‘muck in’ where needed across the business with an ability to work under pressure and a drive and determination to achieve the best. Our Wavemakers create a welcoming, friendly & inclusive environment for every visitor and positively contribute to a calm, efficient and supportive working environment.

In return youll get: Paid breaks 30 days of paid holiday (inclusive of bank hols) No split shifts Pension Free staff surfs Opportunities to earn more through team incentive schemes Staff Discounts on retail of up 20% Up to 75% off your surf bookings Up to 40% off your food and beverage items while on shift Up to 25% off our accommodation The chance to work with a great team who work and surf together Free hot and cold drinks on shift

We want everyone to be the best they can be throughout the recruitment process; if you require any additional adjustments, please let us know.

Recruiting for diversity is not simply a tick box exercise for The Wave. We are an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive work place.

Even if you don’t meet every single requirement outlined in the job description, we would still like to hear from you. The right attitude is as powerful as experience for many of the roles we recruit for. £30000.00 per annum, full time

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English