Assistant Chef - Pullman Dining Train
Assistant Chef - Pullman Dining Train
Team: Catering / North Yorkshire Pullman Dining Train.
Location: Based in Grosmont, Whitby.
Contract: Permanent full time.
Salary: £26,000 circa, based on 1898 annualised hours.
About the Role
This is a hands on role, with your passion for food and your appetite to provide an exceptional service, you will work with the Head chef to prepare, cook and serve passengers their pre-ordered meals. Once trained you would be available to cover in the Head Chefs absence.
The Pullman is one lunchtime service per day usually Tues/Wed/Sat & Sundays during our main operating season, with an additional working day for prep/admin. There are 6 evening services which run instead of the lunchtime service. Each Pullman service is a three-course meal, pre-ordered in advance, so you will know exactly how many Pullman customers you are catering for, and we currently have a maximum of 113 covers per service, plus an onboard charter carriage of up to 18 pre-ordered covers.
About Us
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is one of the world’s greatest heritage railways, operating 24 miles of track through the stunning North York Moors National Park. As a registered charity, our mission is to inspire all generations by preserving our rich industrial, cultural and natural heritage. We are looking for talented individuals who share our passion and want to be part of something truly special.
Are you looking for your next unique challenge? Are you looking for a change from the late nights, split shifts and unsociable hours? Are you passionate about preparing tasty dishes using seasonal and local produce? Would you like to join our elite Pullman Team offering a first-class dining experience to our customers in a unique and fast paced environment?
Yes... Then this could be the job for you!
You Will
- supervise a small team of kitchen assistants within the kitchen of the Pullman Dining Train and support the service of Charters in the Head Chef's absence.
- Produce high quality meals (currently for up to 103 guests) including starters and desserts.
- Preparation, cooking and serving from the gallery kitchens of the train varying foods for different services operated.
- maintain the 5 star food hygiene rating and the high standard of cleanliness of all areas.
This position is based in Grosmont Station & Pickering Offices (when required) with the long-term view to run from Pickering. But you may be required to work in other locations on NYMR or on NYMR tasks off the railway.
Benefits
- Free membership of “Health Assured” Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for yourself & your immediate family.
- 22 days Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days accrued in line with years of service.
- Company sick pay - a discretionary payment is added to Statutory Sick Pay.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay policy.
- 12 complimentary tickets per year between 1st March & 28th February.
- Spouse Travel Pass (£5 per year).
- Free Travel on NYMR services.
- Discount in our Catering and Retail Outlets.
- And more.
More Information
Hours of work - during the main operating season (March – November) are a maximum of 45 hours per week (includes weekends). November to February will be reduced hours and will be flexible as required by the business. Your hours may vary, but your salary is paid in 12 equal monthly instalments.
If you would like any further information please e-mail Kathryn Watson, Head of Commercial at kathryn.watson@nymr.co.uk
How to apply
Please read the Job Profile before completing the application form and then send it along with your CV to hr@nymr.co.uk
Closing Date: We will close the application should a suitable applicant be found.
NYMR is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those who engage with us.
Our Values
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Care
People matter to us. We support one another with kindness, respect, diversity and inclusion.
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Engage
We share our passion, skills and knowledge to connect with our team and communities.
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Inspire
We create a positive environment where people can contribute, grow and make a difference.
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Adapt
We embrace change to be innovative, resilient, relevant and sustainable.