Are you a business? Hire news candidates in Royal Tunbridge Wells
Freelance chefs of all levels Job Overview Here at Kraftkitchen we're seeking talented, experienced, level-headed chefs with bags of passion and a drive to deliver on current food trends. We are a group that offers a niche network of freelancers and clients a great platform to connect, and we're seeking to expand our database due to an influx of new contracts and opportunities. Responsibilities Lead/manage/work with clients kitchen team, providing guidance and support in food preparation and cooking techniques. Develop and design innovative menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and current culinary trends. Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation. Supervise food production processes, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth. Manage inventory levels, ordering supplies as necessary to maintain efficient kitchen operations. Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction. Monitor food costs and waste management practices to optimise profitability while maintaining quality. Qualifications Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role within a restaurant/hotel setting. Strong knowledge of food production techniques, kitchen management, and food safety standards. Excellent culinary skills with the ability to create diverse menus that cater to various dietary needs. Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in supervising and managing a team effectively. Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen environment. A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding dining experiences for guests. Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications are required. Full clean valid driving license if preferred. Job Types: Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance Pay: £15.00-£25.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 60 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Culinary experience: 3 years (required) Cooking: 3 years (required) Food safety: 3 years (required) Food production: 3 years (required) Work Location: In person (Kent, Surrey, Home Counties, London, Greater London, Sussex) Reference ID: freelance commis/cdp/sous/head chef Ability to invoice Kraftkitchen direct is a must. Bank account mandatory. Interview immediately.
Please do not apply for this role if you do not speak English and French to a working level and have experience within travel, tourism or event industry. The role: We are seeking an experienced Travel and Tourism Group Travel Executive to join our clients small but very busy tour operator business in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. You must have travel operations experience and speak and write fluently in French and English. Hybrid working: Minimum 3 days per week in the Tunbridge Wells office, the remaining 2 days can be at home. Responsibilities As a Group Travel Executive you will be handling group travel enquiries – from initial enquiry through to quotations and ownership of all booking preparations and confirmations. You will creating bespoke itineraries to fit the clients’ brief of travel options throughout the UK, France and other parts of Europe. Day to day you will be managing relationships with supply chains such as hotels, coach transportation, restaurants and attraction entrances. Taking new enquiries and managing groups travelling. Skills Fluent in written and spoken English and French (the interview will be spoken in both English and French). Previous experience in travel industry, preferably working with a tour operator, wholesale tourism business or group travel organiser. Good geographical knowledge of the UK Proficient in Microsoft 365 Full driving licence (essential) and access to a car (desirable) Willingness to travel, within the UK and abroad If you possess a passion for Travel and have a track record of successful travel reservations / operations and in the UK travel and Tourism sector, we invite you to apply for this exciting Executive position. Please do not apply for this role if you do not speak English and French to a working level and have experience within travel, tourism or event industry.