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General Assistants

The Position:

This role is for a team member who will be the face of our club, maintaining consistently high standards of service and exceeding customer expectations at all times.

Your Duties:

  • Serving drinks and food
  • Washing dishes and glasses
  • Entertaining and talking with customers
  • Tallying the bill and collecting money
  • Organising and helping with events
  • Stocking drinks, glasses or fruit and food
  • Cleaning tables, collecting glasses, tidying up litter
  • Cleaning the bar & function rooms
  • Setting up / packing down furniture
  • Any reasonable request from the Line Manager

Who we are looking for:

Ideally, you will have previous bar work and waiting experience in a customer-facing role. We are looking for someone who is friendly, outgoing and able to take on a challenge. You will have a professional, customer-focused approach and a can-do attitude. You will need to undergo a basic DBS (Criminal Record) check as part of this role. The company will reimburse the cost of the check

Your skills:

  • Accuracy and professionalism
  • Being observant and practical
  • Communication and listening
  • Discretion and honesty
  • Flexibility and diplomacy
  • Handling drunk clients
  • Having a sense of humour
  • Memorisation and handling money
  • Organisation and preparation
  • Stress management and drinking

The Company

Metropolitan is a venue previously known as Metropolitan Police Bushey Sports Club. We operate a 36-acre sports facility in Hertfordshire, with an event space with 7 hireable rooms and a number of our own events. We want to provide a positive customer experience for all of our users at the Metropolitan.

We are a 7 days a week business and as such the ideal candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable especially with their working schedule to suit the business needs.

Only successful applicants will be contacted

Please click here to submit your CV & Application.

Team Leader

The Position:

Efficient management of shift, maintaining consistently high standards of service and
exceeding customer expectations at all times. To effectively manage all areas required on
the day, to operate and maintain the unit to ensure that performance and profit is maximised
whilst ensuring that all company policies and procedures are adhered to.

Your Duties:

  • To ensure all services are opened and fully operational at scheduled times,
    standards are maintained throughout the service, particularly delivering exceptional
    levels of customer care and satisfaction, and affecting a smooth handover of shifts
  • Ensuring operational and service checklists are completed thoroughly, with attention
    to detail focusing on service led issues. Ensure the secure and safe keeping of stock,
    goods and equipment, ensuring that stock is accounted for and that control
    procedures are complied with
  • Effective and efficient management of the staff and assisting in service where
    necessary
  • Ensuring staff are punctual, in correct uniform, and complying with the general
    guidelines outlined by the management
  • Ensure all human resource policies and procedures are adhered to
  • Maintain a high profile in service areas, especially during the busy periods
  • Ensure that all cash is controlled and accounted for, floats and tills are reconciled,
    sufficient provision of floats and safes properly maintained and that all financial
    controls and procedures are complied with
  • Ensure that cashing up is carried out at the agreed times and banked in a timely
    manner, in accordance with financial procedures.
  • Ensure that the venue is run in a safe, orderly and disciplined manner in accordance
    with the conditions of the licenses, policy and Health & Safety requirements and in
    doing so shall
  • Ensure that a high level of cleanliness is maintained in the main venue and
    associated areas, including cellars and back office, supported by a cleaning schedule
    and adherence to best practice
  • Ensure that the cellar is kept in a safe, clean and hygienic state
  • Ensure that the kitchen is maintained in a clean, safe and hygienic order, identifying
    hazards and problems and seeking solutions
  • Work in safe manner, seeking to minimise hazards to ensure the safety of other staff
    and customers, and reporting all safety hazards
  • Ensure that all health & safety, fire and building regulations and procedures are
    complied with
  • Act as Team Leader, opening and securing premises
  • Monitor, supervise and report back the work of the security staff
  • Reporting incidents in the Duty Log and filing reports to other staff as required
    (minor/major incidents & accidents)
  • Work closely and cooperatively with other departments
  • Ensure compliance with all requirements of the license and licensing law at all times
  • Plan and control holidays within the operation to ‘self cover where practicable
  • Any reasonable request from the General Manager

Who we are looking for:

Ideally, you will have previous experience in a customer-facing role. We are looking for
someone who is friendly, outgoing and able to take on a challenge. You will have a
professional, customer-focused approach and a can-do attitude. You will need to undergo a
basic DBS (Criminal Record) check as part of this role. The company will reimburse the cost
of the check.

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Commercially minded
  • Business focused
  • Target & sales driven
  • Experienced in a Supervisory or Management capacity in a customer-facing role
  • Well presented & professional
  • IT literate
  • Good working knowledge of POS systems

The Company

Metropolitan is a venue previously known as Metropolitan Police Bushey Sports Club. We
operate a 36-acre sports facility in Hertfordshire, with an event space with 7 hireable rooms
and a number of our own events. We want to provide a positive customer experience for all
of our users at the Metropolitan.

We are a 7 days a week business and as such the ideal candidate will need to be flexible
and adaptable especially with their working schedule to suit the business needs.

Only successful applicants will be contacted

Hours: 10-20 per week available

Please click here to submit your CV & Application.

Sous Chef

The Position:

We are looking for an ambitious and dynamic candidate who will join our team and help us take the food offering at Metropolitan to new heights. With four function rooms and a large Bar/Restaurant there is plenty to do whether catering en-masse for 250 people, or individual bar meals. We are looking for a person who can help us build a great reputation for great pub grub & fine food for functions.

You will be required to work weekends including long days, possibly split shifts or half days as required.

Your Duties:

An extremely important part of the business is ensuring we have a well-trained and organised operations team that delivers great service to all our customers.

  • Proven experience with Vegan & Healthy options
  • Stock management including ordering stock from appointed suppliers and price-checking suppliers regularly
  • Detailed food & allergies knowledge
  • General kitchen & bar duties
  • Maintaining kitchens, stock and equipment with high cleaning standards
  • Preparing food during special events eg. Weddings

Your skills:

  • Previous experience as a chef
  • Exceptional communication and presentational skills
  • An ability to think on your feet whilst under pressure and maintaining a positive outlook
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Be fully accountable for the performance of our food service
  • Ensure excellent presentation, cleanliness and hygiene
  • Proven passion for working in a fast-paced environment..
  • A desire to keep learning and help out wherever needed.

Who we are looking for:

Ideally, you will have previous experience in both a banqueting and casual dining environment. We are looking for someone who is friendly, outgoing and able to take on a challenge. You will have a professional, customer-focused approach and a can-do attitude.

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Commercially minded
  • Well presented & professional
  • IT literate
  • Good working knowledge of POS systems

The Company

Metropolitan is a venue previously known as Metropolitan Police Bushey Sports Club. We operate a 36-acre sports facility in Hertfordshire, with an event space with 7 hireable rooms and a number of our own events. We want to provide a positive customer experience for all of our users at the Metropolitan.

We are a 7 days a week business and as such the ideal candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable especially with their working schedule to suit the business needs.

Only successful applicants will be contacted

Please click here to submit your CV & Application on Indeed.

Commis Chef

The Position:

Are you looking for a job that gives you the opportunity to develop your skills and prepare healthy nutritious food while providing a stable income, regular shifts and excellent career prospects?

Working as a Commis Chef you will gain a vast cross section of transferable skills such as organisation, communication, problem-solving, multitasking, diligence and attention to detail that can be utilised in many roles and industries.

If you are looking to the future, then it is good to know that career progression prospects are excellent as a Commis Chef. The role provides the opportunity to learn and develop specialist skills and knowledge while developing your craft with creativity and flair.

Your Duties:

  • Assisting in the food preparation process
  • Cooking and preparing elements of high quality dishes
  • Preparing vegetables, meats and fish
  • Assisting other Chefs
  • Helping with deliveries and restocking
  • Assisting with stock rotation
  • Cleaning stations
  • Contributing to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards

Your skills:

  • Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
  • Minimum 6 months relevant experience
  • Awareness of manual handling techniques
  • Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
  • Experience of kitchen equipment
  • Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
  • Competent level of English spoken and written

The Company

Metropolitan is a venue previously known as Metropolitan Police Bushey Sports Club. We operate a 36-acre sports facility in Hertfordshire, with an event space with 7 hireable rooms and a number of our own events. We want to provide a positive customer experience for all of our users at the Metropolitan.

We are a 7 days a week business and as such the ideal candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable especially with their working schedule to suit the business needs.

Only successful applicants will be contacted

Please click here to submit your CV & Application on Indeed.

Kitchen Porter

Kitchen Porter responsibilities include:

  • Keeping kitchen areas clean and sanitised
  • Washing all cooking tools and utensils fast
  • Supporting kitchen staff by taking on food prep tasks

Job brief

We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to clean our kitchen and support our cooking staff and our Front of House Team. This is an entry-level job but if you’re good at it, you’ll be invaluable in making sure our kitchen is always sanitised and tidy. Kitchen Porter responsibilities include washing pots and pans, keeping floors clean, sanitizing food preparation areas and helping with food prep work. If you think you’ll enjoy the buzz of a busy kitchen, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you’ll help our kitchen adhere to health standards and service customers faster.

Responsibilities

  • Keep all kitchen work surfaces (counters, sinks, stoves, walls) clean and sanitised
  • Sweep and mop floors at the beginning and ending of shifts
  • Be ready to clean up spills to avoid hindering operations
  • Wash cookware, utensils and cutlery fast to keep them in rotation
  • Cleaning our Bin Yard
  • Ensuring all cellars are kept clean and tidy
  • Arrange equipment and ingredient deliveries
  • Keep the food and supply storage areas organised
  • Take out the garbage
  • Help with routine food prep tasks (such as peeling and chopping vegetables)

Requirements

  • A fast learner with an interest in kitchen work
  • The ability to stand for long hours
  • Willingness to adhere to health and safety rules
  • Good organisational skills
  • The ability to work unsupervised in a busy environment
  • Patience and cool-headedness
  • A high school degree or equivalent is a plus but not necessary

The Company

Metropolitan is a venue previously known as Metropolitan Police Bushey Sports Club. We operate a 36-acre sports facility in Hertfordshire, with an event space with 7 hireable rooms and a number of our own events. We want to provide a positive customer experience for all of our users at the Metropolitan.

We are a 7 days a week business and as such the ideal candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable especially with their working schedule to suit the business needs.

Only successful applicants will be contacted

Please click here to submit your CV & Application on Indeed.