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We're looking for a Drinks Runner to join our front of house team at The Ivy High Street Kensington . A Runner is an entry level position that will give you valuable insight and experience into the hospitality industry. The pace is fast and the standards are high, but if you are passionate and a quick learner, it can be the start of a great career. You will: • Assist waiters in serving food and beverages to guests • Carry food to guests, ensuring the area is cleared after • Help set up the restaurant for service • Support the chefs to ensure they are prepared for service What’s in it for you? As well as a chance to add one of the world’s most prestigious names to your CV, you’ll get: • Top class training – before the job and on the job, plus opportunities to progress • Excellent staff meals, served exactly as they are to guests • A generous staff discount at all of our Ivy Collection restaurants nationwide • Lots of great benefits including free uniform, cycle to work scheme and savings on things like gym membership and cinema tickets • Reward programmes recognising employee longevity and recognising those who promote us as an employer of choice • A great work-life balance and plenty of opportunities to socialise with your team outside the workplace • External support in partnership with the charity, Hospitality in Action - providing access to legal care, financial support & personal advice The Ivy Collection Who are we? All Ivy Collection restaurants have been designed to deliver the memorable experience that is synonymous with The Ivy’s unique style, extending the magic of our celebrated West Street venue to handpicked locations across London, the UK and Ireland. Open seven days a week and offering all day dining, from breakfast to dinner with lunch, brunch and afternoon tea in between, means everyone has the chance to enjoy a little taste of The Ivy’s glamour, whatever the occasion.
Hours: 46hrs / 8 Shifts Weekly - Overtime paid in addition to contracted hours Salary: £26,000 - 28,000 D.O.E We are considering both entry levels and experienced chefs (preferably with a French cuisine background?). Daily Responsibilities: Preparation for service / Preparing vegetables, meats and fish Cooking and preparing elements of high-quality dishes Assisting Head Chef & Sous Chefs with menu & recipe development Helping with deliveries and restocking / Assisting with stock rotation Maintaining clean and safe equipment, work spaces and stations Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards Personal Attributes & Skills Required: A passion for food and basic knowledge of working in a commercial kitchen Ability to produce good quality basic food Understanding of health and safety / Understanding of basic food hygiene practices Good communication skills / Attention to detail Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes Ability to work unsupervised, deliver quality work, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations Positive and approachable manner / Team player qualities Career Development: Food Safety / First Aid / Health & Safety in the Workplace – Once the probationary period has passed, we will ensure that the employee has all the relevant training/study materials to successfully complete all courses. Language & Personal Development Courses - We offer lessons and study materials in both English & French Language as well as a variety of Personal Development courses which are available to all staff members with all costs covered by the Company. Staff Perks Staff food is served twice daily – Breakfast & Dinner Employee Discount for Family & Friends Employee Appreciation Days – Day Trips & Nights Out on Us! Job Types: Full-time Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per year - it may vary depending on experience Benefits: Company pension Discounted or free food Service charge Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: Bonus scheme Work Location: In person