Winter 25/26 - Kitchen / Night Porter

We employ up to 100 staff each season which gives Alpine Elements a unique advantage in offering the chance to work summer or winter and, if visa restrictions allow, back-to-back seasonal opportunities. With a variety of positions available, we are the perfect company to choose whether you are looking for a career progression or a one-off seasonal experience.

We are an active company, and we whole heartedly encourage our staff to get involved in mountain activities. Regardless of whether you are new to a sport, or a seasoned pro, we are confident you will find a home in France. We offer an encouraging environment for all levels of experience in a company where we actively look to promote from within.

Our recruitment process is designed to see the person behind the CV. Our personal approach enables us to achieve your goal of working a season, and making the most of that season, whilst delivering excellent guest service. We are looking for passionate applicants who can balance a demanding position whilst maintaining a good work/life balance.

Together we will ensure you will find & be in your element.

**Position**:
As an Alpine Elements kitchen/ night porter, you will be an integral part of the hotel team, ensuring our customers’ expectations are exceeded at every opportunity. Reporting to the head chef and hotel manager, our KP’s are responsible for maintaining the hygiene and safety standards within our hotel kitchens. You may also assist in the production of excellent quality food, presented at the highest standard for between 50 to 70 customers. You will be required to maintain hygiene standards, complete, and conform to HACCP and COSHH procedures.

Night porter duties are on a rota basis and will involve interacting with the guests and offering any help and assistance they will need after-hours. You will also complete tasks during the evening, including deep cleaning, prep work and preparing afternoon tea, so the hotel is set up for the morning, and cleaning standards are met.

**Requirements**:
**Customer Focus**

- To ensure you look presentable by always wearing the appropriate, clean uniform.
- On hand to help customers and deal with any questions or problems they may have outside of hotel working hours whilst on night porter shifts.

**Operational**
- Assist the chefs in providing all customer and staff meals in accordance with the company set menu.
- Adopt a proactive approach to monitoring stock levels and assist in compiling orders.
- To receive deliveries of food ensuring it is checked, stored away correctly, and rotated effectively in accordance with HACCP regulations.
- Ensure high levels of hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with EU/UK laws.
- Complete daily kitchen-cleaning tasks including washing up duties.
- Record, maintain and monitor daily HACCP records.
- Assist in all areas of the kitchen where required and always ensure the efficient running of the kitchen.

**What we are looking for**:
- Fluent English
- Motivated to provide excellent customer service.
- Adaptable people who have a flexible attitude towards work.
- Clear communication skills.
- Ability to work alone or as a part of a team.
- Ability to cope under pressure.
- Honest and trustworthy.
- Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 certificate - links to online courses can be provided, to be completed before the start of season (Essential)

**Other information**:
**Salary and Package benefits**

35 hours a week working hours with a great work life balance. Full training and development available with career progression opportunities.

Salary is competitive, uniform is provided, and staff meals are included within the working shifts. Accommodation and assistance to obtain a visa (UK only) can be provided as optional extras.