Chef De Partie - A Great Career Future

First Contact Chefs; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish hotel in London is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their talented kitchen team. This permanent role involves leading a section, maintaining high culinary standards, and training junior chefs. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-quality establishments and a passion for cooking.

Benefits

Complimentary nights with breakfast and 50% discount

Training and development opportunities

Team awards and incentive schemes

Complimentary meals on duty

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 & 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in Michelin-starred or AA Rosette establishment required.
• Proficient in English and computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of kitchen section to meet service requirements.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring high food standards.
• Manage stock and maintain health and hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food hygiene

Team leadership

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 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 to create the finest dishes and work 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 work in the more informal restaurant within the establishment but still be 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 and assign tasks to team members, ensuring proper execution
6. Manage stock by writing daily requisitions and transfers for approval to maintain high stock rotation
7. Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section, maximizing food utilization
8. Participate in food production, portioning meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts, and controlling food costs
9. Communicate with back-of-the-house personnel to ensure efficient food production
10. Conduct daily food line inspections to ensure quality standards are met

Requirements:

• NVQ Levels 2 & 3 (or equivalent)
• Experience in a Michelin-starred or AA Rosette establishment
• Background in hotels or restaurants
• Good knowledge of cooking techniques and styles
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety, including COSHH
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Computer literacy
• 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 Details:

If interested, please send your most recent CV. For more opportunities, visit First Contact Chefs. This is a permanent position.

Applicants should have a stable CV, excellent references, and experience with fresh produce. NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent, hygiene certificates, and proof of right to work in the UK are required. Candidates must be UK/EU citizens or hold valid work permits with at least 2 years remaining.

We appreciate your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours. Unsuccessful applications will not be responded to.

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