Job description
Trainee Entry Frying Role
We are looking for a bright and talented individual with a genuine passion for working in the catering and service industry with ambition to learn to become a first-class fryer. You are the right candidate if you have the following mindset.
· A happy and outgoing self-starter, with a consistent positive "can do" attitude
· Not shy of hard work or challenges
· Completely focused on consistent product quality excellence and want to learn to achieve frying skills to the highest standards
· Confident and willing to discover and learn new things
· Love dealing with customers, suppliers, and an avid team player
· Operate to best hygiene and cleaning practices to EHO and COVID risk mitigation standards
If you’re interested in working within a highly motivated team who serve excellent product and give great personal customer service, then please apply.
Must be 18 years or older due to operation of equipment.
Hours
· Lunchtime, evenings shifts to be agreed but must work weekends
· Hours Required Approx. 25 hours per week
· Additional hours for covering other shifts in the event of staff sickness/holiday will be required on an add hoc basis
· Shifts are be split between our Westbourne and Hayling Island branch so must have transport
Trainee Frying Pay Rate; £10.00 to £13.44 per hour (depending on age/experience)
Responsibilities – You will be trained in:
·Cooking products to order and to consistent exceptional high standard
·Preparing product to standard and portion control – fish cutting, potato preparations, batter & sauces
· Stock control; checking quality, rotation with permanent vigilance over stock usage/wastage and critical portion control
· Ensuring the highest levels of cleanliness and health & safety are kept at all times
· Learn to lead and motivate a small team. Coordinating & motivating staff, inspiring and leading by example
· Cashing up and locking up
· Friendly and professional approach to customers and your team, especially under pressure during peak trade period
· H&S, HACCP and COSSH & environmental health records are maintained to highest standard
· You will also be taught counter server role to have the rounded skills to support front of house team (critical date labelling & checks, till operation, packing and serving food, opening & closing duties etc)
Whistlers Team are looking for a person to join them who:
· Appreciates and wants to deliver the industries best quality food in every encounter
· Punctual, honest, organised and reliable.
· A strong-minded individual who can stay calm under pressure
· 150% customer focused with a love of people
Desired Experience:
· No formal education required but any catering training would be advantageous
· Holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate would be advantageous
· Understanding of SFBB, HACCP & COSSH would be advantageous
· At least 2 years working in catering (preferably Fish & Chips) and some initial experience frying would be advantageous
The company will provide you with full training in operations, health and safety, food hygiene and various other mandatory training.
This is an excellent opportunity for personal growth and development and a career path in catering. If you think you are a fit and have what it takes, we will be keen to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £10.00-£13.44 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (required)
- Catering industry: 2 years (required)
- Frying: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
