Chef De Partie - A Great Career Future

First Contact Chefs; Chichester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An elegant hotel is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen brigade. In this role, you'll lead a section, create exquisite dishes, and uphold the highest culinary standards. Your passion for cooking will shine as you train and develop your team in a dynamic environment. This permanent position offers excellent training opportunities and the chance to work with fresh produce in a supportive setting. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the culinary world, this is your chance!

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast

50% discount on meals

Team awards and incentives

Excellent training opportunities

Complimentary meals during shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in Michelin star or AA Rosette establishments.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the day-to-day running of your section.
• Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Conduct daily food line inspections to maintain quality.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Food Hygiene Standards

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Stock Management

Education

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

This stylish and elegant hotel is searching for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen brigade working with a highly talented Head Chef.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of the team, leading a section in the kitchen, creating the finest dishes, and working to the highest standards.

The key focus of your role is to share your passion for cooking and food with your team, helping to train and develop them. You will be working in the more informal restaurant within the establishment, but still required to produce dishes to a high standard.

Main Duties:

1. Plan and oversee the day-to-day running 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 proper execution.
6. Manage stock by writing daily requisitions and transfers for approval.
7. Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section, maximizing food utilization.
8. Participate in food production, portioning, and controlling food costs.
9. Coordinate with back-of-the-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 in a Michelin star or AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotels or restaurants.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• COSHH knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

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

Application Process:

If you are interested, please send your most recent CV. Feel free to apply if you need further information about this role.

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This is a permanent position. Applicants should have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, and possess NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate. You must be working or residing in the UK and able to prove your right to work.

We appreciate your interest; only suitable candidates will be contacted within 72 hours. Unsuccessful applications will not be responded to.

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