Chef de Partie

First Contact Chefs; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in King's Lynn seeks a passionate Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section. The role involves high-standard dish creation, team training, and maintaining hygiene protocols. Ideal candidates have NVQ certification and experience in AA Rosette establishments. The position offers benefits such as complimentary meals and room discounts, fostering staff welfare in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast

50% discount

Training and development opportunities

Complimentary meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in an AA Rosette establishment.
• Strong background in hotel or restaurant settings.
• Proficiency in English and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section in the kitchen to create high-standard dishes.
• Supervise and train a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Plan and oversee daily operations of your section.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Team leadership

Hygiene knowledge

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent

Job description

This stylish and elegant hotel is searching for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen brigade, working with a highly talented Head Chef to develop the team and your future career.

Location: Stunning location with beautiful views, live-in options, and a fantastic culture that values staff welfare and well-being.

Role Overview: As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of the team, leading a section in the kitchen to create high-standard dishes. Your role involves sharing your passion for food, training and developing your team, and maintaining high standards in a more informal restaurant setting.

Main Duties:

1. Plan and oversee the daily operations of your section to meet service requirements.
2. Follow all health and hygiene standards.
3. Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
4. Sample and observe food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
5. Assign tasks to team members and ensure they are carried out correctly.
6. Manage stock requisitions and transfers, maintaining high stock rotation.
7. Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in your section.
8. Participate in food production, portioning, and cost control.
9. Coordinate with back-of-house personnel to ensure efficient food production.
10. Conduct daily quality inspections in your section.

Requirements:

• Ideally NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in an AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotel or restaurant settings.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and hygiene.
• COSHH knowledge.
• Proficiency in English and computer skills.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount.
• Team awards and incentives schemes.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Complimentary meals on duty.

Application Process: Please send your updated CV to [e-mail]. Feel free to contact us for further information.

Visit firstcontactchefs.com for more career opportunities. This is a permanent position.

Applicants must have a stable CV, excellent references, and experience with fresh produce. NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent and hygiene certification are required. Applicants must be UK residents or have valid work permissions, including ILR/PR or a work visa with at least 2 years remaining.

We thank you for your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours. Unsuccessful applications will not receive individual responses.

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