Chef De Partie - A Great Career Future

First Contact Chefs; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish hotel in Clevedon seeks an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team, working under a talented Head Chef. Responsibilities include leading a kitchen section, training team members, and ensuring quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-end establishments and a passion for cooking.

Benefits

Complimentary meals on duty

Team awards and incentive schemes

Training and development opportunities

Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount

Qualifications

• Experience in a Michelin-starred or AA Rosette establishment.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section in the kitchen, creating high-standard dishes.
• Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Manage stock requisitions and transfers.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Food Safety

Team Leadership

English

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3

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 under a highly talented Head Chef.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead a section in the kitchen, creating high-standard dishes and ensuring quality and consistency.
2. Share your passion for cooking with your team, providing training and development.
3. Plan and oversee daily operations of your section to meet service requirements.
4. Follow all health and hygiene standards.
5. Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
6. Sample, observe, and ensure food conforms to recipes and standards.
7. Assign tasks from the Sous Chef and check their proper execution.
8. Manage stock requisitions and transfers, maintaining high stock rotation.
9. Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in your section, optimizing food utilization.
10. Participate in food production, portioning, and cost control.
11. Coordinate with back-of-house personnel to ensure efficient food production.
12. Conduct daily quality inspections in your section.

Requirements:

• NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in a Michelin-starred or AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotel or restaurant settings.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• COSHH knowledge.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Computer literacy.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount.
• Team awards and incentive schemes.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Complimentary meals on duty.

Application Process:

To apply, please send your most recent CV. For more opportunities, visit First Contact Chefs. This is a permanent position. Applicants should have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, and possess NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate.

You must be either working in or residing in the UK, with proof of right to work. Candidates must be UK/EU citizens with ILR/PR or valid work permits with at least 2 years remaining.

We thank you for your interest. Only applications matching the criteria will be responded to within 72 hours.

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