Pizza Chef - Seasonal

The Moorings - Pizza Chef  

Alderney and The Moorings 

Looking for somewhere new to explore? Keen to live a short walk from beautiful white sand beaches? Searching for a place where you can find the perfect life-work balance whilst saving money and working alongside a team of like minded people? Join our team on Alderney, in The Channel Islands. Alderney has something for everyone: stunning beaches, wildlife, history, plentiful restaurants, pubs, beach BBQs, sports, camping, fishing, a week long summer festival, and a cosy winter season. 

We want our staff to embrace island life and the community – there is plenty to do and the more you put in, the more you get out! 

The Moorings is a beach bar and cafe with direct access to the stunning Braye beach - with views of crystal blue water and white sand from the large terrace, it’s no wonder The Moorings is an island favorite for hearty breakfasts, lazy lunches in the sun, fresh stone-baked pizzas, cocktails at sunset, and dancing the night away at one of our live music events.   

The Moorings is a fun, relaxed and sociable place to work, we’re looking for staff who are energetic, friendly, and have a passion for great customer service.  

Responsibilities 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated chef, who is passionate about producing great food to join the team at our fast-paced beach bar 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Working with local produce including seafood  
• Working alongside the head chef to develop the bistro-style menu and seasonal specials  
• Rolling and building stone baked pizzas  
• Daily preparation of fresh ingredients.  
• Adhering to the highest level of food hygiene standards at all times. 
• Working closely with the team across all areas of the kitchen. 
• Helping with off-site catering, weddings and a variety of other events. 
• Ensuring Good communication is maintained with management and with the front of house team. 
• Liaising with local suppliers. 

Skills and experience needed 

• Minimum of 1 years chef experience ideally in a fast paced casual restaurant, however any culinary experience will be considered. 
• Pizza experience preferred but not essential. 
• A passion for great food and working with local produce. 
• Experience delivering quality at a high volume. 
• An awareness of stock management, wastage, costing and kitchen financials. 
• High standards of hygiene and organisation. 
• A great work ethic, with a positive attitude and energy. 
• A team player who wants to explore new places and meet new people.  

Perks  

• Competitive salary plus tips paid weekly. 
• 2 consecutive days off per week. 
• Equal share of tips weekly in cash. 
• Outgoing flight from the UK covered, bar a £75 contribution. 
• Discount on food and beverage at The Georgian House & The Moorings.  
• Staff accommodation. 
• Accommodation discounts for family & friends. 
• You will be given your birthday off as an additional day of annual leave, unless it coincides with a peak week or event, in which case you will be required to work and will accrue time off in lieu. You will also receive a voucher for a three-course meal at The Georgian House, including a cocktail and a bottle of wine to share with a guest for your birthday. (Permanent staff only) 
• End of shift house drink. This perk is a daily treat meant to be enjoyed on-site after your shift and cannot be accumulated or carried over to future days. 
• Access to industry rates at various on island establishments and businesses. 
• Holiday pay. 
• Meals on duty.

To apply email [email protected] including 

• Your up to date CV. 
• A cover letter. 
• Where you are currently based. 
• Information on your current right to work in the UK. 
• What date you are available to start work, and what date you can work until. 

Other positions are also available at our sister businesses on Alderney - please send an email for more information.