Chef de Partie

Young's Pubs; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Staff discounts — 20% in Young's Pubs;

30% discount on overnight stays in Pub

Weekly pay

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days holiday per year

Job summary

Spring Grove is a dog-friendly pub in Kingston upon Thames, serving premium ales, craft beer, award-winning wines and classic British dishes. It offers a lively beer garden, bookable spaces and hosts celebrations close to Fairfield Park.

The venue is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team. You will work under the Head Chef, contribute to new menus, train with the CDP development programme and enjoy benefits including free meals and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and teamwork within a kitchen brigade.
• Willingness to learn and adapt under Head Chef guidance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to high standards in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Assist Head Chef and supervise line during service.
• Contribute to menu creation and daily specials with creative input.
• Maintain strong organisation to control GP and labour costs.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to drive sales and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Food quality

Communication skills

Team player

Hands-on leadership

Menu development

Job description

Chef De Partie

Spring Grove has been at the heart of Kingston and Surbiton’s community since 1896. We still only serve the finest cask-conditioned ales, craft beer, award-winning wines and a wide range of premium spirits. As the seasons change, so do our menus and we’re proud to serve the best British food, and Sunday roasts and use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. With a number of bookable spots and our sprawling beer garden with two gorgeous huts, we’re the perfect place for birthdays, celebrations of life, engagement parties, weddings and more. Spring Grove is pleased to be a dog-friendly pub, just a short stroll from Fairfield Park.

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

Skills

Fast-Paced Experience
Food Safety
Food Preparation