Chef - Production Kitchen

• Prepping fresh vegetables and handling estate-reared meats, ensuring quality and precision
• Weighing ingredients accurately and preparing them for processing
• Packing ingredients for dispatch across the estate and assembling items in retail formats
• Plating and assembling completed ingredients, ready for customer consumption
• Maintaining high hygiene and cleanliness standards in all areas of production
• Working closely with the production team to support efficient workflows
• Supporting a safe work environment with adherence to food safety and health protocols

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. 
• Discover exclusive perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
• Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
• Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
• A team that knows how to have fun with monthly team activities and Estate-wide team events 
• Access your earnings at anytime with Wagestream, with access to nationwide brand discounts
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

• Basic food prep skills, with experience in fresh ingredients and meat handling preferred
• Strong attention to detail, especially in weighing, packing, and assembly
• Awareness of food safety and hygiene practices
• Enthusiasm for learning in a fast-paced production environment
• A team player with a positive attitude

Where you'll be working - Our Estate Kitchens and Production Team
The Newt in Somerset is dedicated to offering a best-in-class experience through fine-quality grocery products, restaurants, and direct-to-consumer services. Our new prep and production kitchen enables us to produce an array of ready-to-eat (RTE) meals, retail products, and SKUs for The Newt’s restaurants. With estate-reared meats, fresh produce, and modern equipment, this facility reflects our commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation.

The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.

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