Chef de Partie

The Hotel Folk; Leiston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is looking for a dedicated Commis Chef to join their team. In this role, you will be pivotal in managing specific kitchen sections, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. The organization values work-life balance, offering a flexible schedule and continuous development opportunities, making it an attractive environment for culinary professionals looking to thrive in their careers.

Qualifications

• Experienced Commis Chef responsible for kitchen operations.
• Willing to continue development training and/or work towards formal qualification.
• Able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Run a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring quality and safety.
• Plan menus with Head Chef/Sous Chef and ensure all food is prepared to standards.
• Supervise and train junior Commis Chefs.

Skills

Customer Focus

Flexibility

Teamwork

Food Hygiene

Education

Formal qualifications in cooking

Up to date food hygiene certificates

Job description

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel, Lakeside Avenue, Thorpeness, Leiston, IP16 4H

Working with the Hotel Folk means you'll have 179 days off a year, with a flexible schedule of four days on and three days off. This innovative approach gives you more time to spend with your family, pursue your passions , and enjoy the activities you love outside of work. We believe in creating a work environment that not only supports your professional growth but also your personal wellbeing. We understand the importance of work-life balance, and that's why we offer a unique structure that sets us apart in the industry.

Overall Job Purpose:

This is a development role for an experienced Commis Chef with some formal qualifications. The job holder may have responsibility for running a specific section of the kitchen.

Main Responsibilities

Customer Focus

• Work closely with the team to deliver the highest possible standard of service to guests.
• Adopt a 'put the customer first' attitude at all times.
• Respect other members of the team.
• Be flexible and willing to work in all areas of the kitchen.

Key Tasks

• Be responsible for a specific area of the kitchen.
• Work with the Head Chef/Sous Chef to plan menus and dishes.
• Order stocks and supplies from approved suppliers.
• Ensure that stocks and supplies are of an acceptable, high quality.
• Ensure that stock is rotated on a first in, first out basis.
• Ensure that food is dated, stored correctly and at the right temperature.
• Carry out temperature checks at the start of each shift.
• Carry out all mise en place for the following shift/day before going off duty.
• Ensure all mise en place check lists are complete before service begins.
• Ensure that prepared food is of the right quality and that the presentation of all dishes is to the required standard set by the Head Chef.
• Cover of breakfast duties.
• Assist with the preparation of staff meals.
• Supervise and provide support ad guidance to Commis Chefs within area.
• Assist with training of other team members.
• Ensure that equipment is used safely and in accordance with health and safety procedures.
• Know and understand fire, health, safety and food hygiene requirements and procedures.
• Report anything that is faulty, damaged or which could cause a hazard either to colleagues or customers.

Key Performance Measures

• Attendance and time-keeping.
• Consistent achievement of food preparation standards.
• Guest comments/feedback.
• Relationships with other members of staff.

Special Requirements

• Be willing to continue development training and/or to work towards a formal qualification.
• Have up to date food hygiene certificates.
• Wear a uniform.
• Be able to work flexibly – working shifts, weekends and bank holidays when required.
• Be willing to provide cover in other hotels within the group when required.

The job holder may also, from time to time, be asked to undertake other tasks and responsibilities which are not listed in this job description, but which are commensurate with and in the spirit of the post.

Please note that we will not be able to process your application unless you have the right to work in the UK.

If you think you might be well suited to this role and would like to apply, please send your CV to our HR team by emailing [e-mail]