Herm Island limited Full time Ref: 20240750 Opened: 15/04/2024 Closes: 30/04/2024Contract Type: Fixed Term SeasonalStart Date: April 2024End Date: 30th September 2024Department: Mermaid Tavern/White House HotelReports to: Head ChefKey Reports: N/AKey Benefits: Free Housing (for Permanent Herm-based staff), , Zero VAT, Low Income Tax rate, Subsidised boat travel to Guernsey.Vacancies Available: we have a number of vacancies for this role and will be recruiting continuously until all are filled.Key RequirementsQualificationsLevel 1 and 2 Food Safety (provided as in house training )Level 2 Health and Safety in the WorkplaceExperienceProven experience in Chef de Partie roleABOUT HERMThe small paradise island of Herm is just off Guernsey in the Channel Islands, which lie in the English Channel between southern England and northern France.Herm is a designated tourist island which is reached by a 20-minute ferry journey from Guernsey harbour, and where guests and day visitors enjoy year-round hospitality.Guest accommodation includes:· The White House Hotel: 40-bedroomed boutique hotel with several family sized and dog friendly rooms· Self-catering Holiday Cottages: 20 cottages and apartments dotted around the island sleeping between 2 - 7 people· Seagull & Mermaid Campsites: offering over 130 seasonal pitches rented on an annual basis by Guernsey families, and 23 equipped tents for short-term hire April to September.Herm also has a range of dining options and facilities including:· The Conservatory Restaurant: a 90-cover classic, fine-dining hotel restaurant· The Ship Inn: a brasserie style inn seating 70 inside, and 80 in the courtyard and garden· The Mermaid Tavern: a popular and busy gastro pub which also hosts live entertainment and events throughout the year with a capacity of 500 people· 120-seater marquee for special events in the hotel grounds· Harbour Village, Shell Beach and Belvoir Bay Cafés: three outdoor seated cafés, one in the busy Harbour Village and the other two at the most scenic and popular beaches in Herm· The Herm Shop: a busy shop which stocks a host of products from gifts and clothing to beach goods and toys· Seagull Shop: a small grocery shop and off-licence at Seagull CampsiteWORKING IN HERMWorking and living in Herm is a truly unique and rewarding opportunity. There are approximately 50 permanent staff with year-round roles and an additional 100 seasonal staff.The hospitality teams are supported by several back-office departments including finance, reservations, administration, marketing, and recruitment. The island properties, infrastructure and landscape are maintained by a team of professionals and the island also has its own cargo vessel managed by the Marine Services team.As there are no cars or bicycles in Herm, a good degree of fitness is required and, with no resident doctor or hospital, shortlisted applicants are advised to self-assess their suitability to work on the island. Several residents are trained as community first responders delivering first aid, policing, and fire services.The rewards are plentiful if you are hard-working and motivated by small team collaboration, helping others, delivering a professional service and above all, taking accountability for your role.VISION & CULTUREOur VISION is to have a sustainable business whilst preserving the unique appeal of Herm Island, including environmental project work.Our CULTURE encourages a hard-working, collaborative, team approach focused on accountability, empowerment and ultimately excellent customer and staff experience.Role ProfileA superb opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to enhance their skills within this unusual and unique hospitality environment. The successful applicant will be part of a friendly team focused on providing a fantastic customer experience. They will assist in all areas of a busy Mermaid kitchen covering lunch and dinner, ensuring the kitchen is kept in a clean and tidy condition and health and safety standards are complied with at all times.We are seeking a team player with a can-do attitude and the ability to work under direction and on their own initiative.Key Tasks & ResponsibilitiesPlan and execute menus in collaboration with colleaguesEnsure adequacy of supplies at all timesPlace orders in a timely mannerManage ingredients that should be frequently available on a daily basisFollow directions of Head Chef and Sous Chef and Junior Sous ChefFocus on areas of productivity such as speed and food qualityEnsure adherence to hygiene standards and mentor junior team members in these areas to ensure adherence to rules and regulations laid down in law.Assist Sous Chef and Junior Sous Chef with monitoring and training junior members of the team to work and produce food in a safe way and to the correct standardEnsure Customer Experience is at the agreed level by delivering in line with set objectives.Ensure all work is undertaken within any specified timeframes.Take accountability of own projects, tasks and deadlines.Work with Line Manager to ensure the business complies with all Health & Safety, and other statutory requirements.Comply with Data Protection regulations and ensure all personal data is stored and processed in accordance with Guernsey Law.Operate in line with the policies, processes and procedures implemented by the business.Any other reasonable request from your Line Manager or member of the Senior Management TeamSkillsExcellent use of various cooking methods , ingredients, equipment, tools and processesAbility to multi taskAbility to work efficiently under pressureGreat time management skillsGreat communication and interpersonal skillsBehavioursAccountabilityConfidenceSocial and emotional intelligenceIntegrityPositive attitudeFlexibilityHumourLoyaltyDiplomacyIn addition to the required role behaviours, it is expected that every employee acts in a professional manner at all times, including when off duty, as guests and employees use the same facilities, infrastructure and social areas.BENEFITSThe HERM package is as follows:- Flat 20% Income Tax rate over personal allowance, plus low Social Security rate- Highly competitive board & lodging rates- Loyalty bonus for returning staff- Free ferry travel between Herm and Guernsey- Staff discounts on island- On the job training to include Level 2 Food Hygiene certification- Fantastic hands-on work experience- Milder climate than mainland UK- Abundance of flora and fauna and breathtaking scenery- Stunning beaches with exceptional sea swimming / kayaking / SUP opportunities- Preferential accommodation rates for Friends and Family outside of Peak SeasonNOTEIMPORTANT - When applying please UPLOAD your CV or supply enough information in the NOTES section to enable us to consider your application.EXPERIENCE: If you have no relevant prior experience, please provide additional information in the NOTES section.ELIGIBILITY - Please confirm what relevant permissions you possess to work in Herm Island, or whether permissions need to be obtained under the States of Guernsey Work Permit Policy - information on Work Permits can be found hereAVAILABILITY - If you are successful, please let us know your preferred start / finish dates?OTHER - If you are applying as a couple, please state your partner's name.