Chef De Partie - Colleague Dining

Fairmont; Knutsford; Sur place; GBP 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discounts at hotels

Staff restaurant

Training opportunities

Pension

25 days holiday

Résumé du poste

Fairmont Cheshire at The Mere is seeking a proactive kitchen supervisor to lead the team, uphold stringent hygiene and food safety standards, and drive consistent quality across dishes.

You will work with commis 1 and the broader team to coordinate daily operations, manage inventory, and oversee training programmes while ensuring guest satisfaction and smooth service.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.
• A confident & dynamic speaker able to communicate with all levels of an organization.
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines with quality results.
• Applicable job-related skills as per Accountable Duties.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen team members to maintain high performance.
• Maintain exemplary personal appearance, hygiene standards and proper food handling.
• Oversee cooking methods and ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
• Manage inventory, participate in ordering supplies and check incoming goods.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and company policies.
• Participate in training programmes for continuous improvement.
• Conduct external duties such as events, promotions and demonstrations as required.
• Monitor food costs, minimise waste and maximise resource use.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food items to maintain freshness.
• Assist in staff rota preparation and manage section staffing levels.
• Maintain and update recipe files for standardisation across the kitchen.
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before service and mentor junior staff.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Attention to detail

Hospitality experience

Description du poste

Job Description

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen team members, ensuring high performance and cohesive teamwork
• Maintain exemplary personal appearance, hygiene standards, and proper food handling procedures
• Work closely with commis 1 on daily operations and communicating updates to the team
• Oversee and demonstrate cooking methods, ensuring consistent food quality and presentation
• Manage inventory, participate in ordering supplies, and check incoming goods
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations, Food Acts, and company policies
• Participate in and contribute to training programmes for continuous improvement
• Carry out external duties such as special events, promotions, and demonstrations as required
• Monitor and control food costs, minimising waste and maximising resource utilisation
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food items to maintain freshness and quality
• Assist in the preparation of staff rotas and manage section staffing levelsMaintain and update recipe files, ensuring standardisation across the kitchen
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before they leave the kitchen
• Mentor and coach junior kitchen staff to develop their skills and knowledge

Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.
• A confident & dynamic speaker, able to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills, works well on their own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.
• Applicable job-related skills as per Accountable Duties.

Additional Information

What is in it for you?

• Exclusive Discounts:
  • Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discount
  • Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
  • 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
• Colleague restaurant
• Being part of The Mere Team – our culture is unique!
• You will benefit from training and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits including pension
• 28 days of holiday including public holidays
• 1-5 days service award based on length of service
• Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
• And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people