Trainee Chef

Food Maestro: We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who will help us create and deliver exceptional customer experiences through the food we serve. We welcome ideas to constantly improve, driving the food reputation forward and working under our Head Chef and team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Team Player: Be a key part of our team who support our food creation experience. Team working is key to our success, supporting our vision of turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Imagine your family ate here, how would you want them to be serve that is the craft we want all our team to embrace. You will support our food creation kitchen team in delivering outstanding food for our guests.

Learner Extraordinaire: Develop your culinary skills learning from our experienced and skilled Head Chef and kitchen team combined with structured personal development programme.

The Best of You: We believe in developing our teams to be the best they can be, either in the role you are active in, or developing you to have a future career in hospitality. We offer career paths, apprenticeships, and training within your role, including an aspiring leaders' programmes.

• Experience: Some previous commercial kitchen experience in the hospitality or events industry be ideal however not essential , it is your personality and passion to develop your cooking skills we are interested in .


• Passionate Personality: Perfect for creating positive guest experiences and cherished memories.


• Team Catalyst: The ability to work well within our passionate kitchen and restaurant team.


• A desire to develop your culinary skills and develop your career with Town and Country Collective ,this is a great opportunity for you. We will develop your culinary and kitchen management skills to help you be the best you can be., Chef: 1 year (preferred)


• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
  
  At The Bear Hotel, we're more than a hotel; we're architects of unforgettable experiences. Nestled in the heart of the community in Cowbridge, offering a fabulous place for guests to eat, meet or stay in our many restaurants and stunning guest rooms. At The Bear, we offer not just a job but a journey into exploring your own goals in hospitality. As part of the Town & Country Collective, we are committed to redefining hospitality with a unique blend of Welsh warmth, innovation, and exceptional service.


Why Join Us: Why not, we offer,

• A Professional Oasis: Join a dynamic team in an enchanting location and experience the benefits of a professionally managed establishment with personality


• Championing Excellence: Our values of passion and professionalism underpin everything we do, offering you the opportunity to excel in your career.


• Innovative Guest Experiences: Help us shape the future of our Beverage Operations, crafting exceptional experiences for our guests while we invest in your personal growth.


• Vibrant Surroundings: Immerse yourself in the wonderful diversity of unique shops, art spaces and much more in Cowbridge.


That is not all, we want you to be part of our hospitality family, who believe in looking after each other, which is why we offer,

• Complimentary meal whilst on duty


• Preferential rates on accommodation


• Qualifications relevant to your role (if you choose)


• A training and development pathway to help you be the best of you


• A work buddy to show you the ropes


• Discounted meals for you (for up to 4 people)


• A reward scheme to recognise elevated service experiences


• A Performance Management framework to help you achieve your goals
  
  Be a part of our Town & Country team , where we do not just provide hospitality; we create memories that last a lifetime, whilst investing in your future.


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £8.60-£11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Employee mentoring programme


• Health & wellbeing programme


• Referral programme


Supplemental pay types:

• Tips