Chef De Partie

First Contact Chefs; Arundel; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish hotel in the UK is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section and create high-quality dishes. With a commitment to staff welfare and training, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a supportive team environment. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, embodying a passion for cooking.

Benefits

Team awards and incentive schemes

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Complimentary meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in an AA Rosette establishment preferred.
• Stable CV with excellent references.
• Background in hotel or restaurant settings required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the day-to-day operations of your section.
• Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene standards.

Skills

Cooking techniques and styles

Food hygiene and safety standards

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

This stylish and elegant hotel is searching for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen brigade working with a highly talented Head Chef, aiming to develop both the team and your future career.

Located in a stunning setting with beautiful views, the hotel offers live-in accommodation, a fantastic culture, and a strong commitment to staff welfare and well-being.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of the team, leading a section in the kitchen to create the finest dishes and uphold the highest standards.

Your key role is to share your passion for cooking and food with your team, helping to train and develop them. You will work in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, but still be required to produce high-standard dishes and use your creative skills to inspire both the food and the team.

Main Duties:

1. Plan and oversee the day-to-day operations of your section to meet service requirements.
2. Follow all health and hygiene standards.
3. Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
4. Sample, smell, and observe food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
5. Take orders from the Sous Chef, assign tasks to team members, and check their execution.
6. Manage stock by writing daily requisitions and transfers for approval to ensure high stock rotation.

Requirements:

• Ideally NVQ Levels 2 & 3.
• Experience working in an AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotel or restaurant settings.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.

Benefits:

• Team awards and incentive schemes.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Complimentary meals on duty.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your most recent, up-to-date CV. Feel free to apply if you need further information about this role.

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This is a permanent position. All applicants should have a stable CV with excellent, traceable references, and experience working with fresh produce. Candidates must possess NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate.

You must be working in or residing in the United Kingdom and able to prove your right to work. Applicants should be UK/EU citizens with ILR/PR status or hold a valid work permit or visa with at least two years remaining.

In accordance with the Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Evidence of eligibility will be required during the recruitment process.

We appreciate your interest. Please note that only applications matching the criteria will be responded to. If you haven't heard within 72 hours, your application was unsuccessful.

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