Head Chef

Vacancy: Head Chef
Company: SkiOlympic
Category: Cooks / Chef Jobs, Jobs suitable for couples, Catering Support Staff
Dates: Dec 2011 - May 2012
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

You would be responsible for preparing breakfasts and afternoon teas of freshly baked cakes. On 6 nights per week you would prepare a dinner party or bistro-style 3 course evening meal with vegetarian option. The chance to mix with our guests every evening, and lead a team of up to 3 to 4 other chefs. You must be able to work with a menu plan within budget guidelines. Responsible for kitchen hygiene, ordering and stock control. Between 45 and 80 covers.Essential: Chef qualifications and experience essential. Location: French Alps (various resorts).

Salary: Competitive + Benifits 

• A competitive wage paid from the day you leave the UK to the day you arrive home.
• Holiday pay, calculated over length of employment, including Christmas, New Year.
• Accommodation – shared bedroom, possibly shared bathroom.
• Food – as guests plus lunches and day off.
• Travel to and from France.
• Health and Accident insurance with £75 excess on policy.
• Uniform: jacket, fleece, polo and t-shirts.
• A bonus related to performance up to a maximum of £300.
• Local area seasonal lift pass. (some resorts are full area)
• Skis, boots and poles (ex-rental stock).
• Free ski lessons subject to availability.
• 1 full day off per week.
• Discounted drinks and food from Ski Olympic bars.
• Tips shared equally amongst all chalet team.
• Choice of resort, discussed at the end of training.  (position availability permitting)