Chef de Partie

Ivy Collection; Brighton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development program

Extra holiday allowance

Staff discount

Anniversary gift voucher

Retail discounts

Guaranteed 20 hours

Job summary

The Ivy Collection in Brighton is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a section of the kitchen and work with the prep team to maintain daily par levels.

You will cook high-quality dishes, set up your area, and support inventory control while upholding strict food safety and presentation standards. Competitive hourly pay, with staff benefits and guaranteed hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Commis Chef or Chef de Partie in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and basic culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Culinary skills

Under pressure

Food safety

Job description

The Chef de Partie will be responsible for overseeing a specific section of the kitchen and working closely with our dedicated prep team to ensure that daily par levels are met. This role requires clear communication, strong organization skills and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. About us: Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.

Requirements

• Previous experience as Commis Chef or Chef de Partie in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and basic culinary techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.