Chef de Partie - A Great career Future

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

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in London is seeking an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to lead a section of the kitchen. The role involves cooking high-quality dishes, supervising junior chefs, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 2 & 3 or equivalent and experience in high-end establishments. This position offers benefits including complimentary meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast

50% discount

Team awards and incentive schemes

Comprehensive training and development

Complimentary meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in a Michelin star or AA Rosette establishment.
• Background in hotel or restaurant settings.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the day-to-day running of your section.
• Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Ensure compliance with health and hygiene standards.

Skills

Cooking techniques and styles

Food safety and hygiene

Supervisory skills

Communication in English

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent

Job description

This stylish and elegant hotel is searching for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team, working under 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 to create high-quality dishes and uphold the highest standards.

Your main responsibilities include:

1. Planning and overseeing the daily operations of your section to meet service requirements.
2. Following all health and hygiene standards.
3. Supervising and leading a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
4. Sampling, smelling, and observing food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
5. Taking orders from the Sous Chef and delegating tasks to team members, ensuring proper execution.
6. Managing stock requisitions and transfers to maintain high stock rotation.
7. Maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen section, maximizing food utilization.
8. Participating in food production and portioning.
9. Communicating effectively with back-of-house personnel to ensure smooth food production.
10. Conducting daily food line inspections to ensure quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 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 safety and hygiene, including COSHH.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Computer literacy.
• The right to work in the UK.

Benefits include:

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

To apply, please send your updated CV to [e-mail]. For more opportunities, visit firstcontactchefs.com.

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

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

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