Chef de Partie

Caprice Holdings Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Early pay access

Maternity/paternity leave

Cycle to work

Referral bonuses

English language classes

Service awards

Employee recognition

Private medical insurance

Life insurance (head office)

Employee assistance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Scott's Richmond, part of Caprice Holdings Ltd, seeks a Chef de Partie to join its banqueting kitchen in Richmond upon Thames. You will contribute to maintaining the restaurant's high culinary standards and work across sections to deliver exceptional dishes.

You should bring proven experience in a high-end dining environment, a strong grasp of cooking techniques, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar in a high-end setting.
• Strong understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee the preparation of dishes in your assigned section, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to create and refine menu items, demonstrating creativity and innovation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring the smooth operation of the culinary team.
• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and quality control of ingredients.
• Contribute to menu development and bring ideas for continuous improvement.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Culinary cuisines

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Scott's Richmond, nestled in the picturesque Richmond-Upon-Thames, is an exquisite dining destination celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, warm ambiance, and commitment to providing an outstanding dining experience. As a beacon of culinary excellence, Scott's Richmond offers a menu featuring the finest dishes, set within an inviting atmosphere. Scott’s Richmond captures the splendour of the original concept in Mayfair and brings it to the stunning banks of the Thames in Richmond, just outside central London.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and ambitious Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade. As a Chef de Partie, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high culinary standards that define our restaurant’s reputation. If you possess a passion for precision in the kitchen, a deep understanding of culinary techniques, and a commitment to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your culinary expertise to our esteemed establishment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute and oversee the preparation of dishes in your assigned section, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to create and refine menu items, demonstrating creativity and innovation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring the smooth operation of the culinary team.
• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and quality control of ingredients.
• Contribute to menu development and bring ideas for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or a similar role in a high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Strong understanding of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Benefits:

• -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s
• -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream
• -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000
• -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses
• -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees
• -Employee Assistance Programme
• -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions

Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality.

We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.