Chef de Partie — Lead Kitchen Team & Create Menus

Fairmont; Knutsford; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Exclusive discounts

Colleague restaurant

Training opportunities

Pension

28 days holiday

Staff rates

Discounts across Accor hotels

Team culture

Résumé du poste

Fairmont Cheshire is seeking an experienced kitchen professional to coordinate and supervise the kitchen team across all outlets. You will review function sheets, mentor junior staff, and ensure consistency in cooking methods, quality, and presentation.

In this role you will manage inventory, assist with staff rotas, control costs, and support new menu development with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs. A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.
• Confident, dynamic speaker capable of engaging with all levels.
• Positive, enthusiastic personality with ability to build trust.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Job-related skills as per Accountable Duties.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen team to ensure high performance.
• Maintain exemplary personal appearance, hygiene standards, and proper food handling procedures.
• Work with Sous Chefs on daily operations and update the team on function sheets.
• Oversee cooking methods to ensure consistency in quality and presentation.
• Manage inventory, assist in ordering supplies, and check incoming goods.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and company policies.
• Participate in training programmes for continuous improvement.
• Support external duties such as events, promotions, and demonstrations as required.
• Develop and implement new menu items with Executive Chef and Sous Chefs.
• Monitor and control food costs, minimise waste and maximise resources.
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food items to maintain freshness.
• Assist in staff rotas and manage section staffing levels.
• Maintain and update recipe files for standardisation.
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before service.
• Mentor and coach junior kitchen staff to develop skills.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Independent worker

Description du poste

Fairmont Cheshire is seeking an experienced kitchen professional to coordinate and supervise the kitchen team across all outlets. You will review function sheets, mentor junior staff, and ensure consistency in cooking methods, quality, and presentation.

In this role you will manage inventory, assist with staff rotas, control costs, and support new menu development with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs. A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential for success.