Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Want to be part of an exciting, inspirational and forward thinking team at one of Swansea's most outstanding, iconic and unique venues?
We are looking for experienced chefs to come and join our incredible team at the newly relaunched The Secret Beach Bar and Kitchen - part of The Secret Hospitality Group.
The Secret is a well established, modern and relaxed beach front venue which is constantly buzzing with tourists, locals, dog owners, families and friendship groups, all enjoying the food The Secret has to whilst taking in the view.
In keeping with our brand, we use fresh, local ingredients to create modern British dishes full of flavour and vibrance. We serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening meals. All made to order in our exposed kitchen.
We currently have 4 venues;
The Secret Beach Bar and Kitchen, The Green Room Bar and Kitchen, The Lighthouse and the latest addition - Verdi's. We have opportunities at each location.
All of our venues serve freshly cooked, high quality food using only the freshest local ingredients. Each venue has a slightly different vibe but there is a consistency across all 3 venues of a modern, well cooked, fresh dishes whether it be breakfast, brunch, pizzas or pancakes!
Our chosen candidates will enjoy working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of our busy kitchen. Our menu is changed regularly by our Development Chef who works with the team to consistently provide high quality food in a timely manner. You must share our love of fresh ingredients, have a passion for flavours and a can-do attitude.
As a company, we are dedicated to creating a strong work force and becoming renowned as one of the best places to work in the South Wales hospitality industry. We are ultimately a family run business who thrive off knowing our staff, treating them well and making work fun as well as creating opportunities for those who wish to make hospitality their career.
As a company, we like to give back and provide all our employees with staff discount when not in work, free meals when on shift, a drink on us after every shift and a well being package consisting of discounts from local gyms, hairdressers, beauticians and local restaurants.
We will invest in you and your education if you invest in us.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Chef de Partie
Salary: £11.50-£13 per hour dependant on position and experience.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Gym membership
- Store discounts
- Wellness programmes
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Tips
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (required)
- Chefs: 1 year (preferred)
Although this is for a CDP role at The Secret, we are looking for several chefs to join our expanding team across our venues with varying start dates. We would love to hear from you whether you have years of experience or are just starting out.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £11.50-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Swansea: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 07/06/2023
Reference ID: SBBC
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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