We currently have the following vacancies. If you are interested in any of these vacancies, please call The Crab & Beacon on 01342 326359 or CLICK HERE to send us a message
Head Chef
As an organised and ambitious Head Chef you will be a leader, a coach and a mentor. You will work systematically and have an avid eye for detail, whether that be in dish execution or hygiene standards. We have high expectations for your ability to form your team, motivating them to perform consistently at a high standard for our customers.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include the following:
- Having overall responsibility for daily operations in the kitchen
- Controlling and directing the food preparation process
- Approving and polishing dishes before they reach the customer
- Managing, training and working closely with other Chefs of all levels
- Creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes ensuring variety and quality
- Determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering
- Having ultimate responsibility for ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines
Required Skills
The successful candidate has the following skills in order to successfully handle the job:
- At least 2 years in a similar environment as Head Chef/Chef Manager
- Solid people management skills, ability to set clear objectives, motivate and monitor progress
- Able to negotiate, influence, organise time and prioritise activities
- Able to work under pressure
- Dependable and reliable
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Excellent understanding of relevant laws
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive salary package (based on experience)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee discount on food and drinks
And more!
Bar Staff
We are looking for Full Time Bar staff
experienced in customer service, to join our progressive and motivated
team. You will be an enthusiastic bar person who shares our passion for
great service. You will be a highly valued and crucial part of the
front of house team being the face of our brand, ensuring that our
customers have an exceptional experience every time.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following:
Required Skills
The successful candidate has the following skills in order to successfully handle the job:
What We Can Offer You:
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following:
- Taking customer orders
- Preparing and serving drinks to customers
- Maintaining a clean and fully stocked bar at all times
- Where required, assisting waiting staff with removing used
dishes, glasses, and flatware from tables, delivering food and drink to
customers, and preparing bills and delivering them to customers
- Processing cash and credit card payments and returning change to
customers if necessary
- Maintaining familiarity with menu items, specials, and restaurant
information
- Meeting with managers and waiting staff regularly in order to learn about menu changes and specials as well as discuss upcoming reservations
Required Skills
The successful candidate has the following skills in order to successfully handle the job:
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and to solve problems
- Dependable and reliable
- Ability to work well with others
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Good understanding of relevant laws
- Experience in cocktail making desired, but not essential
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive rates of pay (based on experience)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee discount on food and drinks
- Progression and training opportunities
Waiting Staff
We are looking for skilled Waiters
and Waitresses to take orders and deliver food and drinks to
our customers. The right Waiter/Waitress uplifts the dining experience
for customers. We are looking for individuals who will have the
patience, personality and perseverance to thrive in this role.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following:
Required Skills
The successful candidate has the following skills in order to successfully handle the job:
What We Can Offer You:
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following:
- Welcoming customers when they arrive Introducing customers to the
menu and announcing daily or seasonal menu specials as appropriate
- Answering questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing
- Taking customer orders for food and drinks, and serving it to
them
- Collecting food orders from the kitchen, verifying that they are
correct, and serving them to customers
- Ensuring that customers are satisfied with their meals and
processing orders for additional courses if necessary
- Removing used dishes, glasses, and flatware from tables
- Preparing bills and delivering them to customers
- Processing cash and credit card payments and returning change to
customers if necessary
- Setting tables, refilling condiments
- Maintaining familiarity with menu items, specials and restaurant
information
- Meeting with managers and wait staff regularly in order to learn about menu changes and specials as well as discuss upcoming reservations
Required Skills
The successful candidate has the following skills in order to successfully handle the job:
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to solve problems
- Dependable and reliable
- Ability to work well with others
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Good understanding of relevant laws
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive rates of pay (based on experience)
- Workplace pension scheme
- Employee discount on food and drinks
- Progression and training opportunities