Sous Chef

We have a rare and fantastic opportunity for a confident Sous Chef to join one of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions.

Nestled in the heart of Alnwick you will find this truly unique venue which boasts over 350,000 books, a miniature railway and a café. You will be joining a fantastic team of staff who are all passionate about keeping this venue thriving. Working alongside the current chef, you will provide much needed support catering for a large proportion of their 400,000 yearly visitors.

Role specifics;

40 hours per week
180-250 covers a day
6pm latest finish every day
Competent to work in current chef’s absence for holidays, sickness etc
Operating hours are 8:30am-5/6pm
Buffet / Café style menu

If you are interested in knowing more / registering your interest please get in touch with lucy@adkinscheurfi.co.uk or give us a call on 0191 5166118.

Bar Manager

We’re delighted to be recruiting for a Bar Manager on behalf of an award venue in Gosforth.

This is a crucial role which oversees the daily operations of the bar and ensuring it’s success. Main responsibilities will include managing a team, maintaining quality customer service and overseeing financial aspects of the venue.

Effective management of the restaurants booking system, including group bookings, pre-orders and special occasions.
Deliver agreed sales and profitability targets
Team management including cost effective planning of resources using costed rotas and manage the recruitment, team’s performance, development and training.
Deliver a safe place to work according to the Health and Safety Policy including alcohol sales management – Challenge 25 policy.
Management of customer reviews and feedback, monitoring and responding as appropriate and actioning where needed.
Have a passion for delivering first-class customer service to all guests, and create a warm, inviting environment.
Possess fantastic attention to detail and work successfully under pressure.
Maintain order and cleanliness both behind the bar and in public areas.
Abide by company policies, Health & Safety, and Licensing Laws with the highest accuracy.
Successfully manage and coordinate our wonderful team, in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

The successful Bar Manager will have/be:

A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a comparable role
The ability to lead a team effectively, supporting inclusivity and developing employees within their roles
The ability to communicate across a range of mediums both within the team and with different departments within the organisation
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and problems as they arise
The ability to problem solve and provide creative solutions to often complex issues.
The capacity to manage multiple priorities, often with competing deadlines, to successful conclusions
The capacity to work flexibly in line with the needs of the business
Excellent planning and organising ability.
Experience of working in a customer facing role and an understanding of the importance of delivering an excellent level of service.
The capacity to challenge and to initiate difficult conversations when needed.
An understanding of budgeting and forecasting in a catering environment
The ability to build positive relationships across teams and ensure everyone is working towards the same goal
The ability to work in a values driven organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Restaurant Manager

We’re delighted to be recruiting for a Restaurant Manager on behalf of an award venue in Newcastle.

This is a crucial role which oversees the daily operations of the restaurant and ensuring it’s success. Main responsibilities will include managing a team, maintaining quality customer service and overseeing financial aspects of the restaurant.

Effective management of the restaurants booking system, including group bookings, pre-orders and special occasions.
Deliver agreed sales and profitability targets
Support the department with interaction in the restaurants social media platforms to promote and develop the venue following the organisations social media policy.
Team management including cost effective planning of resources using costed rotas and manage the recruitment, team’s performance, development and training.
Responsibility for verifying daily takings and ensuring cash up sheets are completed correctly including and voucher or account sales.
Deliver a safe place to work according to the Health and Safety Policy including alcohol sales management – Challenge 25 policy
Deliver a food safe environment in accordance with the Food Safety Policy including management of the due diligence documentation and allergen process.
Collaborate with chefs/other managers to develop and update menus, taking into consideration customer preferences/time of year and cost effectiveness.
Management of customer reviews and feedback, monitoring and responding as appropriate and actioning where needed.

The successful candidate will have/be:

A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a comparable role
The ability to lead a team effectively, supporting inclusivity and developing employees within their roles
The ability to communicate across a range of mediums both within the team and with different departments within the organisation
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify issues and problems as they arise
The ability to problem solve and provide creative solutions to often complex issues.
The capacity to manage multiple priorities, often with competing deadlines, to successful conclusions
The capacity to work flexibly in line with the needs of the business
Excellent planning and organising ability.
Experience of working in a customer facing role and an understanding of the importance of delivering an excellent level of service.
The capacity to challenge and to initiate difficult conversations when needed.
An understanding of budgeting and forecasting in a catering environment
The ability to build positive relationships across teams and ensure everyone is working towards the same goal
The ability to work in a values driven organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £25,000.00 per year

Restaurant Manager

We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Restaurant Manager to join our client’s busy operation in Wynyard.

*Please note this is a fixed term 12-month contract with possibility of another role being available within the business at end of FTC*

4-day working week!

About The Role:

As Restaurant Manager you will be passionate about presentation, guest experience and always delivering the highest standards. In this role, you will be responsible for the day to day running of the Restaurant. Reporting to the site Operations Manager this is an excellent opportunity for a career motivated and passionate candidate to join our expanding operation.

Our plot-to-plate restaurant focuses on our estate-grown produce and local suppliers to deliver an experience like no other. Located at the centre of our kitchen garden, our seasonal menu is curated by the fresh ingredients surrounding us on a daily basis to create truly authentic flavours.

We wanted to create a restaurant that was authentic and true to nature. As a result, our restaurant concept is a botanical celebration by both design and flavour. Enjoy a relaxed dining atmosphere with panoramic views over the kitchen garden or sit by the fire and enjoy one of our English wines perfectly paired with a selection of meats and cheese.

In this role you will:

Be responsible for the day to day running of the restaurant, training and encouraging the team.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
Have flair, be self-motivated and creative. Using our plot to plate concept and translating not only from the kitchen, but cocktail menu as well.
Have impeccable organisation skills, the ability to change and adapt.
Be comfortable with hands-on mentality with the ability to lead a team. Whilst creating a happy workplace environment for staff.
Have real sense of passion and pride for the concept.
Hold confidence in wine, cocktail and bar knowledge
Hold allergen and dietary awareness.
Be comfortable and confident in a busy environment.
Be able to communicate well with both the customers and the rest of the team.
Keen eye for detail.
Willingness to learn.

Skills / Experience

Strong verbal communication skills
Previous people management experience
Have experience working in similar role
Be career motivated with high standards

Why work for us?

We are a family run business
25% discount across estate
Career development opportunities in abundance
Fresh estate grown meal provided every day
Working in an idyllic and gorgeous location

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £27,000.00 per year

Send your CV/Covering Letter to lucy@adkinscheurfi.co.uk or call 0191 5166118

Chef de Partie

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a busy city centre hotel in Gateshead for an experienced Chef de Partie.

About the venue:

Modern hotel situated in one of the UK’s most vibrant urban areas. Located on the dynamic riverside of Gateshead Quayside, our hotel is an inviting retreat for both business and leisure travellers. Situated behind the Sage Gateshead, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, and Gateshead Millennium Bridge, we are within easy reach of the A1 motorway and walking distance to Newcastle City Centre.

About the role:

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a new challenge? We are seeking to appoint a Chef de Partie to join our vibrant team in providing quality food for our guests, this role will include a variation of morning and evening shifts as required.

The perfect candidate will have / be:

Previous Chef and Kitchen experience is essential – minimum of x2 years
A comprehensive understanding of all aspects of Health & Safety within a Kitchen, including but not limited to COSHH, HACCP and Risk Assessments
Excellent communication skills
Experienced at managing your own section in a busy kitchen
Be a team player as well as an individual worker
To be well presented and represent a high standard of competence at all times
Ability to effectively interact with management and team members in a professional manner

Company benefits:

Competitive salary
30 hour working week
City centre location

Interviews commencing immediately, apply now for a confidential chat.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Housing allowance
On-site parking
Relocation assistance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

HR Assistant

We are delighted to be recruiting for a HR Assistant for a luxury retail store nestled in the heart of Pitlochry.

About the venue:

Renowned as Scotland’s most prestigious country store set in the Highlands of Scotland half an hour north of Perth. No trip to Scotland is complete without a visit to The Home of Country Clothing which offers a unique variety of shopping opportunities rolled into one.

About the role:

To support the HR manager in the delivery of all HR processes, procedures and projects. Ensuring that all administration linked to the HR department is completed and up to date. To be a point of contact for all staff, heads of department and managers, providing generalist support on a range of operational HR areas.

Recruitment, Selection and Induction

Assisting HR in creating job adverts by gathering information from managers.
Advertising vacancies on all job boards and agencies.
Forwarding applications to Managers for consideration.
Arranging interviews by liaising with manages and the applicant.
Gather feedback from interviews and communicating the decision to decline or offer to the applicant.
Liaise with managers to prepare for inductions.

Absence Management

Communicating employee health issues to management and first aiders when appropriate.
Notifying managers of any absence.
Ensure managers follow the return to work process.
Record return to work interview forms
Identify absence issues, gather all information and present it to HR Manager and relevant Department Manager.

Learning and Development

Arrange external training when required.
Assist with developing the HR function.
Promote own personal and professional development, attend training courses as required and lead by example
Present potential HR opportunities to HR Team.

Standards and Behaviour

Promote the highest professional standards and behaviours within the business at all times through own actions and attitudes.
Ensure that telephones are answered in a timely manner and in-line with the Telephone Training policy for both external and internal calls.

General Administration

Prepare documentation for meetings.
Update and maintain HR Diary.

Person Specification

CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification – desirable not essential.
Polite, friendly and approachable manner, well presented, leads by example.
To possess strong interpersonal skills.
Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
High degree of numeracy and literacy with an eye for detail and accuracy.
Ability to work autonomously.
Clear thinking and logical approach to problem solving with the ability to work within a fast paced changeable environment
Can work on own initiative and as part of a larger team to assist with facilitating change management

HR Recruitment Manager

We are delighted to be recruiting for a HR / Onboarding Manager for a luxury retail store nestled in the heart of Pitlochry.

About the venue:

The role:

To deliver the people management support of the venue. Responsible and accountable for the management of day to day operation of the HR Function by providing expert advice and support on all HR matters. To instigate, develop and maintain standards of behaviour and customer service delivery through effective management, leadership, motivation, training and development of colleagues.

To assist and collaborate with all other functions within the business to support the required business growth and to be proactive in the role of a Senior Manager in the Company.

Role and Responsibilities:

Overall responsibility and accountability of the HR Function, and HR assistant.
On boarding Specialist: recruitment, selection and on boarding of new employees
Develop effective HR procedures and policies to reflect business aims and focus.
Performance Management
Absence Management
Employee relations
L&D

Recruitment and Selection

Overall responsibility of the recruitment process.
Design key job positions and succession plans.
Gather and evaluate market data to measure the businesses competitiveness for salary reviews and benefits packages.
Coordinate work placement, intern and apprenticeship processes.
Support managers on all recruiting matters.

The perfect candidate will be/have:

Experienced HR professional, CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification.
Thorough, up-to-date knowledge of employment law.
Ability to work autonomously.
Must have significant experience of recruitment and on boarding either as a recruitment consultant or in-house recruiter.
Excellent people manager with experience of motivational management skills including coaching & development of subordinates.
Polite, friendly and approachable manner, well presented, leads by example.
Organised and methodical worker with good time management.
Exceptional planning and project management skills and experience.
High degree of numeracy and literacy, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
Clear thinking and logical approach to problem solving with the ability to manage in a fast paced changeable environment.

Sous Chef

We are looking to recruit a talented Sous Chef for one of our longstanding clients in Gateshead. This role will involve a varied programme of events in a multi-outlet operation.

The venue:

An international music centre based on the banks of the River Tyne. A truly unique venue where artists from across the world perform and audiences from a wide range of backgrounds come to hear, make, and enjoy all types of music.

Responsibilities:

Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes within the speciality section
Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
Ability to assist with menu design and innovation, responding to our audiences and events
Assisting with the management of health and safety
Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices
Responsible for promoting plant-based dishes & sustainable products
Work closely with the Food & Beverage Operations Manager, Head of Audience Experience and FOH team ensuring exceptional food and service standards across all Food & Beverage operations.

Requirements/Skills:

Experience working within the hospitality industry, including producing food provision for large scale events.
Ability to work well under pressure in a multi outlet operation.
Passionate about food and hospitality- a natural flare for amazing food quality
Strong communication skills
Capability to deliver key business metrics including, food safety management

Application closing date 13th September 2023.

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £26,493.00 per year

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Charity Distribution

Location: Blackburn (Head Office) / Remote (Hybrid Role)
Working Hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
Reporting to: Business Owner and Operations Manager
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive base salary + Generous commission structure (Up to £15k annually).

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation dedicated to enhancing the income generated from the distribution of door-to-door charity bags. They collaborate with a portfolio of excellent national and local charities, including three with a National Exemption Order (NEO), granting the flexibility to collect efficiently and without the constraints of local authority licenses.

Role Overview: We are excited to introduce a new position for a Business Development Manager to spearhead the growth of our income streams through strategic distribution contracts. This role is a pivotal addition to our team, working closely with the Business Owner and Operations Manager to drive the expansion of our distribution network.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and secure long-term distribution contracts, initially focusing on the North West region.
Leverage our existing distribution of over 100,000 collection bags per week to establish strategic partnerships.
Collaborate with existing charity collection teams and persuade them to join their network.
Lead the recruitment of new distribution teams, including the hiring of collection drivers.
Play a critical role in the development and expansion of our business by creating sustainable revenue channels.

Qualifications and Experience:

Proven experience in business development, preferably within the charity or distribution sector.
Strong negotiation and communication skills to foster effective partnerships.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, driving projects from inception to completion.
Ambitious and motivated to achieve targets and contribute to the growth of the organization.
Previous experience managing a team is advantageous.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary with an attractive commission structure.
Opportunity to work with a variety of national and local charities, making a positive impact.
Potential for career advancement as the role expands and the team grows.
Flexibility to work from our Blackburn head office and remotely, with hybrid arrangements.
Join a supportive and motivated team dedicated to driving meaningful change.

Note: This role has the potential to be a game-changer for our organisation, and we are looking for an individual who is eager to take on a challenge, make a significant impact, and contribute to the success of our mission.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £35,000.00 per year

Live In Chef

Adkins and Cheurfi are looking to expand our team, we are currently looking to recruit a number of Live in relief chefs to work in ongoing contracts in Scotland

Adkins and Cheurfi’s hospitality clients are highly respected, and we supply chefs to fine dining restaurants and hotels that can be up to 3 Rosette standard. Our excellent rates of pay and flexibility will suit your lifestyle and needs.

Your responsibilities as a Live in Relief Chef include:

* Working in restaurants and Hotels with a variety of different menus

* Working on conferencing and banqueting at some locations

* Supporting weddings, events, and functions throughout the year

* Working within cafés and restaurants within office buildings and factories

Skills and experience you’ll bring to the Agency Chef role:

* Due diligence with records, and health & safety procedures

* Ability to follow recipe specifications and guidance from different venues

* Ability to work well in a committed team environment

* Flexibility

* At least 2 years kitchen experience

We pay between £13 and £17 per hour. You have the option to join us Umbrella PAYE, we have immediate roles available. If this is something that would be of interest to you, please apply now or get in touch with your contact details and I will give you a call to discuss in more detail or alternatively give me a call on 0191 5166118.