Chef de Partie

The Ivy Collection; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Westminster is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to oversee a specific section of the kitchen. The ideal candidate will have previous experience, strong culinary skills, and a passion for cooking. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality dishes, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, and collaborating with the prep team. This role offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and additional employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)

Extra holiday allowance for length of service

50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends

Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Commis Chef or Chef de Partie in a professional kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes.
• Set up and stock assigned section with necessary supplies.
• Collaborate with prep chefs to monitor inventory.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

Join our team for the grand opening of Harry's Covent Garden! Harry’s is where rustic charm meets culinary excellence amidst rich, dark wood accents and traditional Italian Hospitality. Our restaurants are a haven of Italian flavors, with a special emphasis on pasta and pizza crafted with care and attention to detail.

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.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.

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.

Benefits & Rewards

• 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.
• You can take your Birthday as a day off - Guaranteed!
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more.
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Role Details

• Experience: Required
• Employment: Full-time
• Salary: £13 – £15 hourly

About The Ivy Collection

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.