Sous Chef wanted for an award-winning luxury spa hotel and country club in the Yorkshire Dales.
Salary on offer is between £25,000 – £30,000 depending on experience
My client is looking for an experienced sous chef to join the team and work alongside the head chef to manage and run the kitchen.
You will be working in a no expense spared modern and contemporary open kitchen so you must be presentable and professional at all times.
Menus are seasonal comprising of fresh produce which is homegrown and picked from the 4-acre gardens within the hotel estate.
This is an excellent opportunity for an already experienced sous chef looking to show off their skills in the kitchen and work for a fantastic company in a friendly team.
What is on offer:
- Competitive salary
- Uniform
- Ongoing training and personal development plan
- Career progression opportunities
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty
- Company discounts
- Temporary accommodation for relocation
- Free onsite parking
We are looking for:
- A presentable and professional team player
- Talented and passionate about cooking
- Confidence to work in an open kitchen
- Excellent food presentation skills
- Enthusiastic with a good work ethic
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
My client can assist with relocation and provide temporary accommodation for an initial period.
An excellent opportunity not to be missed this job will not be on the market long
Adkins & Cheurfi are searching for a Junior Sous Chef – Newcastle Upon Tyne – to work in a fine dining restaurant based within a well-renowned tourist hotspot on the North East coast.
Working 5 out of 7 days, on a strict 48 hour per week contract, this is a fabulous opportunity to work with some of the North East most talented chefs.
Offering a very competitive salary of £24,000 per year, this a chance for a Junior Sous Chef to join a fabulous business, in a stunning location.
Candidate requirements –
- Responsible for managing staff
- Capable of working to a very high standard and maintaining standards
- Team leader with excellent motivational attributes
- Health, Hygiene, Safety and good working practice leader
- Ability to cook, prepare, train and create fresh food dishes with quality local ingredients
- Hardworking and enthusiastic individual
- Prepared to work early mornings and weekends
If you would like to learn more about these positions please do not hesitate to contact the team today.
Hotel Breakfast Chef Wanted 
We are currently seeking a capable and reliable breakfast chef.
Working 5 days per week
Working hours are 6am-2pm
Salary £9.25- 9.75phr
Working in a stunning rural location on the borders of the North Pennines.
Due to the location, you must be able to drive and have your own transport.
Your role as the breakfast chef involves:
You must:
- Be reliable, punctual and trustworthy
- Be a team player and enjoy working with others
- Be Capable of managing your own workload
- Be able to work unsupervised
- Have a good work ethic and enjoy what you do
Why apply as breakfast chef?
- Excellent working hours
- Great location
- Free on-site parking
- Staff discounts within the company
- Excellent team environment
Apply today for immediate review
Chef de Partie – North Yorkshire – Live-In
Adkins & Cheurfi are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a talented and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to work in one of the most highly regarded venues in the region.
This position offers an excellent chance to work in an environment where regular opportunities for career progression and growth will be provided.
Given the rural location of our client, it is essential for the successful candidate to either be comfortable travelling potentially long distances on a day to day basis or be happy to live in the on-site accommodation.
The successful candidate will be:
- Working from seasonal menus using local produce
- Able to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Able to cook and present food to a high standard
- Able to manage their own section
- An all-rounder in all aspects of the kitchen
- Expected to work weekends and the occasional split shift
Maintaining Rosette standard for the last 4 years, the client expects a chef of the highest standard, therefore, past experience working up to Rosette level will provide a much greater chance of success in the position.
If you believe that this may be the position you’ve been looking for, apply today.
Sous Chef – North Yorkshire – Permanent Position
Adkins & Cheurfi are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Sous Chef to join our client’s kitchen staff, having experience working in volume banqueting is essential for this position as the role will be focused on high numbers with lots of weddings and events.
This is a vital role and as our client’s Sous Chef, you will play your part in creating menus and ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.
Our client is a wonderful Hotel based on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, the Hotel is opening in the coming months with the aim of becoming the most highly sought after hotel in the entire region.
The successful candidate will be:
- Managing a section within the kitchen and preparing the menu
- Responsible for the preparation of dishes to the highest quality and standards
- Compliant with all relevant Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards
- Ensuring the kitchen is maintained to a safe and hygienic level
To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
- Experience in cooking for high numbers in fast-paced environments
- Committed to delivering high levels of customer service
- Positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
- Hardworking and determined
If you believe that you could be an asset to the organisation and think the role is for you, apply today.
Chef de Partie – Day Work – Newcastle
Adkins & Cheurfi are looking for an experienced and reliable Chef de Partie to work day shifts at an exciting new venue on the North East Coast.
Excellent Beachfront location. Easy commute by public transport or by car from all areas of the North East.
Offering a salary of £19,000 – £21,000, with excellent opportunities to grow and develop your career within the company.
Working hours will be between 6am-6pm 5 days per week this will include some weekends.
The main focus will be producing high-end brunches, lunches and high-end afternoon teas.
As Chef de Partie, you will be expected to confidently manage your section and support the Head Chef.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience of working as a Chef De Partie in your previous role.
Candidate requirements:
- Capable of working to a very high standard
- Adhering to kitchen health and food procedures at all times
- Team player with an excellent can do positive attitude
- Health, Hygiene, Safety and good working practice
- Ability to cook, prep, and follow fresh food recipes using quality local ingredients
- Hardworking and enthusiastic individual
- Prepared to work early mornings and weekends
If you’re confident that you’re the right candidate for the job and are excited about the opportunity then apply today.
Experienced Waiter Needed for Restaurant Relaunch in Whitley Bay
We are currently looking for an experienced waiter for a cool, independently owned restaurant in the Whitley Bay area. Owned and managed by the restaurant’s head chef, the concept is to create a relaxed atmosphere in a fine dining environment. With under 30 covers, the aim is to ensure every customer has an experience rather than just a meal.
We are looking for a motivated and fun individual who has had previous experience of waiting tables. You need to be passionate about food, whilst also having a bubbly personality to be able to make the guests feel at ease.
You will be responsible for:
- Looking after around 7 tables for the duration of the service – catering for up to 3 courses.
- Order taking and serving both food and drink.
- Ensuring every guest has an enjoyable experience and all needs are met.
- Communicating with the chef regarding food orders.
- Any pre-service preparation, including the setting of tables.
- Clearing of tables.
Benefits include:
- Free parking
- On the job training
- Share of tips
- Working with a friendly, encouraging team
- Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays off
The role requires you to be available for the following:
Thursdays – 3pm-close
Fridays – 5pm-close
Saturdays – 11.00-14.00 & 16.30-close
Sundays – 11.00-17.00
(Closing times will be approximately 23.00)
Please only apply if you are available during these times. The role may require additional hours on certain occasions so flexibility is essential.
Working within a small friendly team, this is the perfect opportunity for a hospitality professional to work with one of the North East’s best chefs.
Please email CVs and a cover letter to ashleigh@adkinscheurfi.co.uk to apply.
Bar Supervisor Needed for Restaurant Relaunch in Whitley Bay
We are currently looking for an experienced bar supervisor for a cool, independently owned restaurant in the Whitley Bay area. Owned and managed by the restaurant’s head chef, the concept is to create a relaxed atmosphere in a fine dining environment. With under 30 covers, the aim is to ensure every customer has an experience rather than just a meal.
We are looking for a motivated and fun individual who has had previous experience of bartending and supervision. You need to be passionate about hospitality, whilst also having a bubbly personality to be able to make the guests feel at ease.
You will be responsible for:
- The running of the bar during service
- Making drinks, including beer, wine, spirits and classic cocktails
- Stock Management
- Setting up and closing down of the bar
- Assisting with food service during busy periods
Benefits include:
- Free parking
- On the job training
- Opportunity for more responsibility for the right person
- Share of tips
- Working with a friendly, encouraging team
- Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays off
The role requires you to be available for the following:
Thursdays – 3pm-close
Fridays – 5pm-close
Saturdays – 11.00-14.00 & 16.30-close
Sundays – 11.00-17.00
(Closing times will be approximately 23.00)
Please only apply if you are available during these times. The role may require additional hours on certain occasions so flexibility is essential.
Working within a small friendly team, this is the perfect opportunity for a hospitality professional to work with one of the North East’s best chefs.
Please email CVs and a cover letter to ashleigh@adkinscheurfi.co.uk to apply.
Chef Manager required for small primary school in Morpeth
We are now recruiting on behalf of a multi-academy trust located in Morpeth for a chef manager at a small primary education site. Typical shifts will be Monday to Friday 7.30am-2.30pm. This position will suit a chef seeking to work on a smaller scale, with total autonomy in the kitchen. This is a genuinely great opportunity to work in a positive, stimulating and nurturing environment in a rural location. Salary dependant on experience.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Preparing lunch for approx 60-80 primary pupils Monday to Friday
- Overseeing breakfast club which offers children toast and cereal
- Ordering and stock management
- Maintaining the highest standards of health and safety in the kitchen
- Maintaining all health and safety records and training new staff on SOPs, COSSH and HACCAP
- Communicating with the faculty to ensure the needs of all pupils are met
- Serving food to the children and staff
- Staying breast of government guidelines on primary nutrition and updating menus and planning accordingly
You will be:
- In possession of or willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
- Experienced in a similar environment for minimum one year
- An organised communicator with good people skills
- An efficient chef with the ability to manage your own workload effectively
- Qualified to NVQ Level two or equivalent in professional cooking
- A reliable and trustworthy individual with a high level of professional integrity
- A positive, enthusiastic person with a passion for producing high quality, nutritious food
Perks of the job………….
- Free on site parking
- Spend your evenings and weekends free as a bird
- Time off for Christmas, Easter and the summer holidays
- Staff incentives
- Work in a fantastic, encouraging environment as part of an enthusiastic team
- Scope for career progression within the academy trust
This role would suit an experienced contract catering chef looking to work less hours or a school cook looking to take the next step to chef manager. We look forward to hearing from you.
Pub Head Chef – Permanent Work – Sunderland Area
Adkins & Cheurfi are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a Pub Head Chef to manage the kitchen at one of the most popular pubs in the region.
Heading up a small kitchen team, the successful candidate will have the chance to look at the menu and be involved in discussions on ways to adapt and evolve it.
Working on an average of around 60-70 covers daily and up to 300 covers on a Sunday, the right mental attributes and experience is an absolute necessity to thrive in this role.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a confident leader, excelling in bringing out the best in their staff
- Be hardworking and determined to maintain an excellent standard
- Have experience in a managerial role
- Be comfortable working under pressure and able to maintain a sense of order
- Have their own means of travel, in order to get to and from the site each day
- Be working exclusively with fresh foods
- Have experience with stock control, menu planning and sourcing the best deals for ingredients
- Be comfortable working in a small team or sometimes alone within a busy kitchen environment
If you believe that you tick all of these boxes and are excited about the role. Apply today or email your CV to liam@adkinscheurfi.co.uk.
