Chef de Partie

Gaucho Liverpool; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A contemporary dining restaurant in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie. The role involves managing a kitchen section, collaborating with a team, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality dishes. Candidates must have experience in high-pressure kitchen environments, a passion for fresh produce, and strong leadership skills. The position offers career development opportunities along with attractive employee benefits such as discounts and qualifications through the Apprenticeship Scheme.

Benefits

50% off food bill

Apprenticeship Scheme qualifications

Career development and progression

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Chef de Partie in a fresh food kitchen.
• Ability to manage a section and work as part of a busy team.
• Genuine passion for cooking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen operations with suppliers and partners.
• Check inbound food deliveries for quality and consistency.
• Develop junior chefs and kitchen porters under guidance.
• Assist in planning and controlling kitchen operations.

Skills

Strong operational skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Ability to work under pressure

Passion for fresh produce

Job description

Gaucho are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join one of our restaurants! You will need to be experienced in working as a Chef de Partie in a fresh food kitchen, and be extremely passionate about food. Our Chef de Partie will have experience managing a section and working as part of a busy team in a fast-paced environment. They must be able to deliver dishes following a spec, and have a genuine passion for cooking.

Training and benefits

• 50% off your food bill at all Gauchos.
• Opportunity to gain qualifications through Apprenticeship Scheme, cycle to work scheme and access to our employee discount platform.
• Career development and progression.

Key responsibilities of the Chef de Partie

• To possess strong operational and leadership skills with regard to both knowledge and operation.
• To undertake dealings with suppliers and commercial partners of the business with regard to kitchen operations set and agreed by the Head Chef & Senior Sous Chef.
• To check all inbound food deliveries to ensure consistency and quality of all items delivered for the kitchen operation.
• To maintain strict kitchen structure and development of junior chefs and kitchen porters set by the Sous Chefs.
• To assist the Head Chef and Sous Chefs with specials planning, costing, daily GP% financial sheets, payroll and all operations of the kitchen.
• Ensure all health and safety practices are followed, and participate in controlling stock and portion control.

Requirements for Gaucho Chef de Partie

• Have worked in a high-pressure kitchen environment
• Will have a passion for fresh produce
• Be able to run a section and manage a small team
• Be organised and able to communicate effectively with a team.