Chef de Partie - Banquets

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in London is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie. In this role, you will supervise food preparation, maintain high standards, and contribute to cost controls. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years as a Chef de Partie and a relevant cooking qualification. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on creating memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie role.
• Ability and desire to motivate teams.
• Knowledge of current food trends is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation.
• Prepare and present high quality food.
• Contribute to controlling costs and financial targets.
• Assist with training of staff.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Strong coaching skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work on own or in teams

Strong food preparation skills

Education

Current, valid trade commercial cookery qualification

Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Job Number

HOT0BXFS

Work Locations

Hilton London Paddington Hotel 146 Praed Street London W2 1EE

A Chef de Partie is responsible for supervising staff and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

A Chef de Partie will supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Ensure all food preparation meets standards
• Prepare and present high quality food
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination
• Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure food stuffs are of a good quality and stored correctly
• Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Assist Head Chef/Sous Chef in the training of all staff in compliance of company procedures
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
• Be environmentally aware

What are we looking for?

A Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• A minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie role
• A current, valid, and relevant trade commercial cookery qualification (proof may be required)
• Strong coaching skills
• Ability and desire to motivate teams
• Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Intermediate Food Hygiene
• Knowledge of current food trends

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!