Chef De Partie

Silverstone Medical Services; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Escapade Silverstone is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead our kitchen team, assist with food preparation and ensure the highest standards of dish quality and presentation under the Head Chef.

You will work with the culinary team to develop menus, maintain hygiene and safety across service, manage junior chefs, and help maintain our award-winning guest experience at Escapade Silverstone.

The role is permanent, full-time, onsite at Silverstone, requiring passion for hospitality and precise execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury/hospitality preferred
• Strong guest service style
• Able to work under Head Chef and senior kitchen staff
• Clear English communication

Responsibilities

• Create and implement a best-in-class guest experience.
• Food preparation: prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Quality control: maintain high standards of taste and presentation; test and refine dishes.
• Stock and inventory: assist in monitoring and controlling kitchen inventory.
• Communication: collaborate with Head Chef/Sous Chef to modify menu items and order supplies.
• Hygiene and safety: maintain cleanliness and follow safety protocols.
• Sustainability: promote sustainability initiatives as directed.

Skills

Guest service

Team leadership

English

Hygiene & safety

Driving licence

Job description

The Escapade Chef de Partie will have a pivotal role in food preparation, presentation and ensuring the quality of dishes in the restaurant.

The Chef de Partie is expected to work under the supervision of the Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef and Sous Chef and lead our junior chefs within the kitchen.

Key Relationships

• Escapade Silverstone Guests
• Escapade Silverstone Management and Staff

Department Escapade Gallery - Kitchen Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Silverstone Workplace type Onsite Reporting To Head Chef

Key Responsibilities

• To create and implement a best-in-class and award-winning guest experience.
• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to the recipes and standards set by Escapade. Ensure the ingredients used are fresh, measured correctly and handled in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation throughout the entire menu. Perform regular taste tests and inspections to verify the dishes meet established quality criteria. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and test new dishes. Suggest improvements or modifications to existing dishes.
• Stock and Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring and controlling inventory for your section, Assist in monitoring and controlling inventory for your section.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with the Head Chef and the Sous Chef to create and modify menu items. Collaborate with the Sous Chef to order supplies and ingredients as needed. Communicate any changes or updates within the kitchen to the relevant team when needed.
• Hygiene and Safety: Maintain kitchen cleanliness. Follow strict sanitisation and safety guidelines. Be aware of and report any kitchen concerns, and equipment maintenance needs. Comply with all standard operating procedures, policies and regulations including health and safety.
• Sustainability: To promote, implant and act with the sustainability initiatives as directed by Escapade Silverstone

The above is a high-level summary of duties and is not meant to be a comprehensive description of the role. Additional ad-hoc responsibilities will arise which will be considered to form a reasonable part of the role and role requirements may be subject to change from time to time.

Performance Responsibilities

Our vision drives us, we live by our brand pillars, and we’re motivated to achieve industry-leading and award-winning results.

• Our vision - We will be famed as the world's most exciting, authentic, and intelligently created motorsport hospitality destination.
• Our brand pillars – We’re the Ultimate Hosts who share our guests’ passions, we’re switched on to their needs, we make their stays effortless, they get our finest performance every time. We’re the Complete Connoisseur inspired by innovation, champions of excellence, we take pride in our presentation and our guests appreciate our constant quality. We’re the Silverstone Standard, part of the Silverstone family, performance is in our blood, we embody the brand values and guests know they’re in safe hands.
• Values - Rooted in a passion for motorsport, a dedication to precision, and a commitment to responsible and inclusive hospitality. We push boundaries, embrace the unexpected, and create unforgettable moments. We value sustainability and community, and aim for a positive impact on both our natural environment and the people we serve. We’re the Silverstone Standard, part of the Silverstone family, performance is in our blood, we embody our brand values and guests know they’re in safe hands.

Silverstone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all team members and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and DBS checks at the appropriate level will be obtained prior to employment commencing.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience in a 4-star or 5-star hotel or any other lifestyle/ distinctive brand is desirable but not required
• A strong, yet positive guest service style
• Organised and ability to work within the team or on their own
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A good command of the English language is desired. Additional languages are advantageous
• Naturally maintains a neat and well-groomed appearance
• Full clean UK driving licence

SUSTAINABILITY

We don’t just look after our team and our fans. We want to look after our world too. We're committed in our responsibility to reach our zero-carbon goal. So, we've adopted greener methods within our workplace, donated more than 20 tonnes of surplus food, and installed over 2,700 solar panels which generates 13% of our venue’s power - with all other energy from 100% renewable sources. Our dedication has earned us Three Star FIA Environmental Accreditation, but this is just the start.

About Escapade

We’re Silverstone, the UK’s leading motorsport venue for over 60 years. You probably know us as the hosts of world-class events, such as the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, MotoGP™ and Silverstone Festival.

As a true, one-of-a-kind destination, we make people feel the thrill on and beyond the track. From unforgettable business experiences at our International Conference & Exhibition Centre, to unique getaways and iconic trackside views at Escapade - we work hard to ensure each and every one of our visitors can see our personality, touch our legacy and hear our heartbeat around every single corner. And we want you to be a part of it.