Chef de Partie

Young's Pubs; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship Scheme

Culinary Masterclasses

Free meals

Weekly pay

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days holiday

Staff discounts

Job summary

The Plough Inn in Oxford is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to prepare and present high-quality dishes in a historic pub setting with a modern flair.

A hands-on role with opportunities to contribute to new menu ideas, train under a development programme, and advance within Young's Pubs. Competitive pay and benefits are offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Fast-Paced environment experience preferred.
• Experience with food safety standards and practices.
• Proficiency in preparing a range of dishes to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Work as hands-on Chef de Partie alongside Head Chef to design and deliver new dishes for menus and daily specials.
• Maintain good GP and labour controls through effective planning and organisation.
• Drive sales and growth by engaging with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Demonstrate creativity and contribute to the development of daily specials.

Skills

Fast-Paced Experience

Food Safety

Food Preparation

Job description

Chef De Partie

Right in the bustling, historic heart of Oxford, The Plough Inn invites you to experience the charm of a bygone era with a modern flair. Steeped in history, this old-world pub dates from 1656 & seamlessly marries tradition with contemporary delights, making it a cherished destination for locals and visitors alike.

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