Regatta (Festival) Chef
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Position Overview & Specifications
Regatta (Festival) Chefs
Henley Regatta Tuesday 27th June to Sunday 2nd July 2023
£15 per hour
Regatta is a six-day event set in the grounds of Phyllis Court Club, on the banks of the River Thames. We will have a number of dining venues and options during the festival ranging from hog roast to fine dining.
Banqueting experience would be advantageous and the ability and flexibility to work independently and move between dining venues
The role is very hands on, so a can do, and proactive approach is essential and forms part of our One Team ethos.
CRITERIA
- You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for this role.
- You must be available for work for the full 7-day period between 27th June and 3rd July 2023 early shifts starting as early as 08.00am and late shifts ending as late as midnight.
BENEFITS
- Free meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Sunday night after party
- Regatta tickets for friends and family on designated days
- Fun & festive working atmosphere & Team
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen environment.
- Great eye for detail and take pride in delivering beautiful and tasty food.
- Willing to work in different sections and kitchens (ballroom restaurant, fine dining, & events) and have good all-round knowledge of a kitchen.
- Be organised and able to work under pressure.
- Team player essential with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- High level of professionalism.
- Good personnel hygiene.
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Good communication skills, written and verbal.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS YOU WILL NEED
- Ability to lift, carry and stand on your feet for 8 to 10 hours each day.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to work long hours.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Ensure a smart image and appearance at all times, adhering to the standards of dress policy.
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Ability to use initiative and work independently without direct supervision.
UNIFORM & EQUIPMENT
- Bring chef whites
- Bring knives
- Accommodation available (based on availability)
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
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Regatta (Festival) Chef roles across Phyllis Court Club's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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 £15 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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