Chef de Partie - A Great career Future

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality institution in East Midlands is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team. You will lead your section, ensure high standards in food preparation, and train junior staff. Ideal candidates have NVQ Levels 2 & 3 and experience in high-end establishments. The position includes excellent benefits such as complimentary meals during shifts and discounts.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount

Team awards and incentive schemes

Training and development opportunities

Complimentary meals during shifts

Qualifications

• Experience in a Michelin star or AA Rosette establishment.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety, including COSHH.
• Background in hotel or restaurant environments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking techniques

Hygiene and safety standards

Team leadership

Communication in English

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3

Job description

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

As a Chef de Partie, you will be a key team member responsible for leading a section in the kitchen, creating high-quality dishes, and maintaining high standards. Your role includes sharing your passion for cooking, training, and developing your team. You will work in the informal restaurant within the hotel, 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 it conforms 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, optimizing food utilization.
8. Participate in food production, portioning meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts, and control food costs.
9. Coordinate with back-of-house staff to ensure efficient food production.
10. Conduct daily food line inspections to maintain quality.

Requirements:

• Ideally NVQ Levels 2 & 3.
• Experience in a Michelin star or AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotel or restaurant environments.
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety, including COSHH.
• Proficient in English (verbal and written).
• Computer literate.
• 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 during shifts.

Application Process:

Please send your most recent CV to [e-mail]. For more opportunities, visit firstcontactchefs.com. This is a permanent role.

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 working in or residing in the UK and able to prove your right to work.

We appreciate your interest. If you do not hear within 72 hours, your application was not successful this time.

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