Bringing the spirit and taste of Italy to Center Parcs, we will be serving Italian favourites such as a deliciously filling calzone, a tempting pizza or a hearty pasta dish, you can even finish off with a Gelato, Bella Italia is all about family time.LINE COOK / JUNIOR CHEF DE PARTIE | €17.08 per hour plus tipsAll colleagues working in our restaurants, cafés and bars will benefit from the discretionary service charge we add to bills. The majority of our guests are happy to reward our colleagues for their excellent service.In this role, you will prepare, cook and present menu items to agreed standards. You will assist the Kitchen Managers with the general supervision and coaching of the Kitchen Assistants and deputise for the Kitchen Managers in their absence, maintaining the smooth running of the kitchen.Responsibilities will include:Ensuring the guests' requirements are always met and naturally seeking out opportunities to exceed their expectationsEnsuring the cleanliness of the kitchen area is maintained to a high standard and that all company and legal requirements are met at all timesFollowing guidelines on stock control, portion control and food wastage, acting as necessary to maintain food Cost of Sales for the unitSupporting the Kitchen Managers with implementation and production of menus, procedures and standards as requiredAttending all company training as required for legal purposes, personal development or development of new menus and dishesComplying with the guidelines and practices in respect of food safety as detailed in the Food Safety ManualThe ideal candidate will be naturally helpful, enthusiastic and have excellent communication skills.Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your JourneyHOURS OF WORKWorking straight shifts, you will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSEssential requirements:Ability to build relationships with colleaguesKitchen Assistant experienceNaturally cheerful, patient and friendlyABOUT THE BENEFITSCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:Colleague Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.Interviews to be held: OngoingPlease note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us - Facebook | LinkedInWe recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.