Chalet Chef

Summit Special are recruiting a Chef for their luxury property, Chalet Hôtel Blythe, located in Les Gets in the heart of the Portes du Soleil region. Chalet Hôtel Blythe accommodates 16 – 20 people and boasts an indoor pool and Spa area.

Our Chef will have full responsibility for the catering service in the chalet and will be supported by a Chalet manager and a team of 5 Chalet Hosts. Our aim at Summit Special is to create a memorable holiday for our guests and their dinning experience will be one of the highlights of that stay.

Main role and responsibilities

• Tailored menu designing and planning for each group of guests
• Preparation of breakfast, canapés and a four course evening meal
• Catering for all guest’s special dietary requirements
• Catering for children’s meals (including earlier meal sitting when required)
• Maintaining food hygiene, general health & safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas
• Maintaining the kitchen and ensuring that it remains clean, tidy and presentable at all times
• Oversight and management of chalet food budgets

Minimum requirements

• Recognised catering qualification or extensive experience
• Previous luxury catering experience is essential. Chalet catering experience is desirable.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Conversational French is desirable but not essential
• Excellent spoken English
• Full and clean Driving licence

Desired qualities

• Highly professional with a 5 star service mentality
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Proactive, work well under pressure with the ability to listen to clients requirements
• Team player is essential
• Well presented at all times
• Self motivated and highly organised

Applicants must have a:

• EU Passport or French Carte De Séjour
• UK Passport holders must be able to secure a French work visa (assistance will be given in this process)

Due to insurance restrictions, applicants must be aged 21 or over