Chef de Partie

The Mill; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular pub in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in producing quality fresh food and a flair for creativity in designing dishes. This role offers numerous development opportunities including the CDP - Sous Chef development programme, culinary masterclasses, and various employee benefits. Join a dedicated team that strives to deliver fantastic food and service in a welcoming environment.

Benefits

Access to culinary masterclasses

20% discount in all Young's Pubs

Free meals

Weekly pay

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or Commis Chef looking for the next step.
• Passion for producing quality fresh food.
• Active hands-on Chef de Partie / Kitchen Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Champion excellent service through quality food.
• Deliver fantastic food every time.
• Design and deliver new dishes for menus.

Skills

Excellent service through quality food

Creativity in designing dishes

Communication skills

Planning and organisational skills

Proactive approach to driving sales

Job description

Overview

The Mill is one of Cambridge’s iconic pubs, located just down by a beautiful river, we are not the largest of pubs but, boy do we pack character. Idyllically located on the grassy banks of the River Cam overlooking Laundress Green, the 19th Century Mill is one of Cambridge’s most iconic pubs and renowned for its wide choice of well-kept real ales. The winner of numerous CAMRA Awards, the Mill is a really special place to visit whatever the season.

What we offer our Chefs de Partie

• Access to our CDP - Sous Chef development programme and beyond: The majority of our Head Chef appointments are internal.
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work.
• Access to our Culinary Masterclasses to sharpen your skills.
• 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
• Free meals
• Weekly pay
• Sharesave Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 Days holiday per year

What we look for in a Chef de Partie

We are looking for an existing Chef de Partie or an excellent Commis Chef looking for their next step, who considers themselves to have a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome. As the successful Chef de Partie you will:

• Have experience championing excellent service through quality food
• Demonstrate a passion to deliver fantastic food every time
• Be an active hands-on Chef de Partie / Kitchen Supervisor
• Show willingness to learn new skills, be an active team player with excellent communication skills
• Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
• Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour
• Have a pro-active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams