Chef De Partie - A Great Career

First Contact Chefs; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish hotel in Cambridge is seeking an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team. The role involves leading a section to create high-quality dishes, supervising junior chefs, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have NVQ qualifications and experience in a high-standard establishment.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount

Team awards and incentive schemes

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Complimentary meals during shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in an AA Rosette establishment desired.
• Background in hotels or restaurants.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily operations of kitchen section.
• Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section.

Skills

Cooking techniques and styles

Food safety and hygiene standards

Excellent verbal and written English skills

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Chef de Partie

This stylish and elegant hotel is seeking an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team, working alongside a highly talented Head Chef.

Role Overview: As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of the team, leading a section in the kitchen to create high-quality dishes and uphold the highest standards. Your passion for cooking and food will be shared with your team, helping to train and develop them. You will work in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, producing dishes to a high standard.

Main Duties:

1. Plan and oversee the daily operations of your section to meet service requirements.
2. Follow all health and hygiene standards.
3. Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
4. Sample, smell, and observe food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
5. Take orders from the Sous Chef, assign tasks to team members, and ensure tasks are carried out correctly.
6. Manage stock by writing daily requisitions and transfers for approval.
7. Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section, ensuring maximum food utilization.
8. Participate in food production, portioning meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts, and utilize surpluses to control costs.
9. Coordinate with back-of-house personnel to ensure efficient food production.
10. Conduct daily food line inspections to maintain quality.

Requirements:

• Ideally NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent.
• Experience working in an AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotels or restaurants.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Benefits:

• Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount.
• Team awards and incentive schemes.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.

Application Process:

If interested, please send your most recent CV. For other career opportunities, visit our website. This is a permanent position requiring stable employment references and experience with fresh produce. Candidates must possess NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent, hygiene certificates, and the legal right to work in the UK, including proof of status or valid visa.

We appreciate your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours. Applications not matching the criteria will not be acknowledged.

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