Chef de Partie

SeeMeHired.com; Belfast City; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff meals

Employee discounts

Excellent service charge shared across

29 days holiday plus birthday

Job summary

Hastings Hotels is seeking a reliable Chef de Partie to join the Grand Central Hotel's kitchen team in Northern Ireland. Under the Executive Head Chef, you will supervise kitchen colleagues, uphold Hastings standards of preparation and presentation, and contribute to a harmonious work environment with strong training and coaching for juniors.

The role involves stock control, daily checks, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, aiming to deliver exceptional guest experiences

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Food Preparation and Cooking.
• Current Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Right to Work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising the kitchen to maintain Hastings standards of preparation and presentation.
• Promote a harmonious working environment and ensure respectful treatment of staff.
• Ensure quality standards, procedures and daily checks are applied.
• Oversee stock control and stock ordering per Hastings policies.
• Coach and train junior kitchen team to deliver Hastings-standard service.
• Maintain communication with other departments and suppliers for guest satisfaction.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Production

Chefing Skills

HACCP/Food Safety

Supervisory Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Preparation & Cooking

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Chef de Partie

Hastings Hotels is a family owned, luxury hotel group based in Northern Ireland.

We value our people. It's our people who provide the excellent experience we offer to all our guests. When we work together we can do amazing things.

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic person to become part of our talented Kitchen team at exclusive Grand Central Hotel

Under the inspiring leadership of our Executive Head Chef, Damian Tumilty, you will have the opportunity to work with our friendly team, develop your skills and enjoy the variety offered by a role in hospitality. Find out more about why our people love working for Hastings Hotels here.

The successful candidate can expect to work 45 hours per week (excluding breaks), five shifts out seven including weekends.

The salary for this full-time position starts from £30,910 per annum

We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, employee discounts, credit card tips, an excellent service charge shared across the team, 29 days holiday plus your birthday and opportunities for career progression and development.

The company reserves the right to apply enhanced short-listing criteria.

To find out more about Hastings Hotels and what our company offers please visit https://www.hastingshotels.com/careers.html

Hastings Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About the role

To assist in the supervision of the kitchen to ensure the Hastings standards of preparation and presentation are maintained.

1.To assist in the effective supervision of the kitchen employees, to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen function.

2.To promote and contribute to a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.

3.To ensure quality standards and procedures are fully understood and implemented, and daily checking procedures are fully applied.

4.To ensure company policies relating to stock control and stock ordering are implemented and monitored.

5.To ensure the junior Kitchen team receive the appropriate training and coaching to provide effective and efficient service in line with Hastings standards.

6. To ensure the junior Kitchen team work to Hastings standards, providing feedback to deliver effective and efficient service.

7.To maintain effective communication and relationships with other hotel departments and suppliers to maintain an effective operation and ensure guest satisfaction.

8.To ensure the security of kitchen and storage areas is maintained.

9.To ensure the kitchen areas, fixtures and equipment are properly maintained.

10. To ensure a safe environment is maintained in compliance with health, safety, fire, hygiene and security legislation and company policies and procedures.

11.Any other duties as required.

About You

We would love you to have similar previous experience gained within a quality catering establishment.

About the company

Welcome to Hastings Hotels, a family owned business that owns and operates six hotels in Northern Ireland, offering a range of accommodation including 893 bedrooms, 21 quality apartments, 1 luxury lodge, a stand alone restaurant, and a luxurious spa. But it’s not just about the products; it’s our people who bring the Hastings experience to life. With personalities, attention to detail, and a desire to grow, our staff are at the core of what makes us stand out in a crowded market place.

Required Criteria

• Right to Work in the United Kingdom
• Must have previous experience at a similar level gained within a high quality catering operation
• Must have NVQ level 2 or the equivalent in Food Preparation and Cooking and hold a recognised current Food Hygiene Certificate
• Must have excellent attention to detail
• A clean and tidy appearance
• Good communication skills

Desired Criteria

• Educated to GCSE Standard or the equivalent including English and Maths

Skills you'll need

• Customer Service
• Food Production
• Chefing Skills
• HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills
• Supervisory Skills