HOSPITALITY (COOKS) WORK AND TRAIN IN THE U.K. Candidates will follow a vocational training course which includes a work placement – thus enabling candidates to work full time and be paid. Candidates must however complete their courses as directed by the assessor or they will be breaching the terms of their entitlement to be in the UK and will be taken off the course and not legal to be in the UK. For all positions candidates must have a professional working attitude, a pleasant manner, be willing to work as part of a team, be computer literate, and able to use your own initiative. A good English language level is required. Experience Required Candidates must have a minimum of three (3) years verifiable experience for all positions. Detailed references will be required in order to verify this experience. We will interview all candidates to assess their abilities and language skills. Accommodation The Hotel/Restaurant will source and provide accommodation for candidates, the cost for this will vary from free of charge to £60 per week. The cost of the accommodation and whether it is inclusive of bills will be detailed on each individual job specification Uniform This will need to be provided by the candidate unless they are advised otherwise. Pay scale As per the job specifications. Rate of pay vary from region and depend on whether the employer is private or part of a group. Again rates will be detailed on each individual specification. Course & Program Fee: £1,650 (The fee does not include airfare and visa fee). £1,170 is payable prior to departure – the remaining £480 after one year Candidates will be enrolled on the following course: BTEC Level 2 Diploma & Certificate in Hospitality. This course will run for a minimum of two years and will allow candidates to work and study at the same time. After a year of working, giving the candidate time to save, the remaining balance of £480 for their second year of study will be due to the college on their 13th month of placement. On arrival to the UK candidates will go to the college for their induction on to the course. Once working they will be visited periodically by an assessor from the college who will assess their skills and capabilities in accordance with the requirements of the course. On completion of their course the candidates may be able to extend their visa and enroll on a further relevant course. Vacancy Details (1) Address of Property: Slough / Nr Heathrow / London, UK Name of position: Commis Chef Reporting to: Head Chef Salary: £12,500.00 + per annum depending on exp Hours: 48 hours Accommodation / Cost: Accommodation 10 mins from hotel £110 single / £100 dbl per month They are privately rented properties through an agency so good standard of accommodation Hotel Information: Hotel & Leisure resort Star Rating: 4 star , 1 AA rosette – looking to gain their 2nd No of Rooms: 82 bedrooms Restaurant / Function Covers: Have facility for banq / pdining / rest and lounge – they average 50 – 70covers for dinner. No Of Staff / No in Brigade: 4 in brigade / 3 kps ( should be 7) Job Description: This good quality hotel operation seek a junior chef to join their team. You will be responsible for food prep and mis en place as directed by senior chefs. Candidates should have relevant skills and experience and be keen to learn and develop their skills. This is a good opportunity for someone with limited experience who has enthusiasm and a desire to progress within the industry -candidates looking for financial benefits only should not apply. (2) Address of Property: Aldeburgh, Suffolk Name of position: Demi Pastry Chef De Partie Reporting to: Head Salary: £13/14k plus tips Hours: 48 hours, 5 out of 7 days Accommodation / Cost: Meals Accommodation is available at £30 per week. The accommodation is a 5 minute walk off site. The charge for accommodation includes meals on duty, there are no additional charges. Hotel Information: Star Rating: 3 star 1 AA rosette No of Rooms: 38 Restaurant / Function Covers: Restaurant 50 covers, Bar 50 covers, C & B 100 cvrs No Of Staff / No in Brigade: 7 chefs Job Description: Part of a small group of Hotels this 3 star hotel operation are looking for a pastry demi chef to join their team. The hotel operate three units, 1 rosette fine dining restaurant, busy Bar and C & B Facilites. The chef will be required to prepare pastry items for all outlets inc desserts, cakes, petit fours etc Must have knowledge of fresh produce and produced a good standard of fresh food. Location The hotel is based in the Town Centre located in the centre of the town (3) Address of Property: Hertfordshire, Name of position: Chef de Partie Reporting to: Head Chef Salary: £15500.00 per annum Hours: Min 39 hours Accommodation / Cost: Temp accommodation for 1 month – then assistance finding something locally Hotel Information: Luxury Hotel & Leisure resort Star Rating: 5 star with 2 AA rosette rest and a brasserie No of Rooms: 161 bedrooms Restaurant / Function Covers: Banq 10 x C & B 500 cvrs max, 2 x rests / 25-40 covers fine dining and 80 - 120 covers rest No Of Staff / No in Brigade: 3 in brigade at present want to increase to 5 Job Description: High quality luxury hotel and restaurant require experience chefs to join their brigade. You will have a proven record within hotel operations and experience of restaurant and conference. Candidates will be rotated through all sections although the fine dining rest brigade is separate. Applicants need a passion for producing high standard of cuisine and ability to cover all sections of the kitchen.