Chef de Partie

Devonshire; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular pub and dining establishment in Greater London is looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for producing quality fresh food and will demonstrate excellent communication skills while working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include ensuring great service through quality dishes, contributing creative ideas for menus, and maintaining effective controls in the kitchen. This role offers opportunities for professional development and various benefits, including discounts and free meals.

Benefits

Access to Chef development programme

Apprenticeship Scheme

Culinary Masterclasses

20% discount at Young's Pubs

Free meals

Weekly pay

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Chef de Partie or Commis Chef preferred.
• Ability to produce quality fresh food.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion excellent service through quality food.
• Deliver fantastic food every time.
• Assist in designing and delivering new dishes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Active team player

Passion for quality food

Organisational skills

Job description

Descripción

Chef De Partie Situated right in the middle of Balham and Clapham South tube station, The Devonshire is a popular and well-established pub and dining spot in Balham.

A fast-paced atmosphere is in all areas of the business but we also focus on the small details that make our customers have a memorable stay, customer service is key with experience preferred and big personalities welcomed!

Teamwork is key during the busier times, with communication skills being a high priority. Every year, our large self-contained garden is transformed with seasons with our DEVoted to Summer festival during the warmer months turning into a Bavarian Balham Christmas market inspired garden during the winter.

We love to work with open people, people with ideas, and energy and who are passionate about their life. Be yourself, be courteous and make conscious decisions. We will expand your knowledge of foods, wines, beers, cocktails, and coffee as you make new friends and look at your career with us helping you on your way to the bigger picture. We know life isn’t black and white so we will try to be as flexible as we can when given enough notice. Apply if you want to be a part of our vision, culture and the vibe we’re creating.

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