Chef De Partie - Restaurants & QSR

Butlin's; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team at a renowned holiday destination, where you will assist in delivering exceptional food experiences. This role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety compliance, and developing your culinary skills through the Butlins Chef Academy. If you're energetic, proactive, and passionate about enhancing guest experiences, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a fun and dynamic environment. Be part of a culture that values teamwork and creativity while making memorable moments for guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar culinary role or readiness to advance.
• Ability to manage kitchen standards and team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Compliance

Culinary Skills

Budget Management

Education

Level 3 Food Safety Qualification

Job description

About The Role

1. Assist the Sous Chef & Head Chef in delivering the food propositions.
2. Manage a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring safe preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to recipes and brand standards.
3. Oversee and manage small teams of commis chefs, ensuring food safety compliance and quality standards.
4. Participate in the Butlins Chef Academy to develop skills and progress in your culinary career.
5. Deputise for the sous chef in their absence, managing daily operations in your section for efficiency and safety.
6. Maintain a clean, organized workstation, adhering to health and safety regulations, and demonstrate these standards to team members.
7. Prepare and cook dishes following pre-approved recipes, complete daily food diaries, and assist in managing budget margins.

About You

1. Experience in a similar role, or seeking to advance to this level.
2. Hardworking, reliable, and proactive in improving team standards.
3. Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to enhancing guest experience through team potential.
4. Level 3 Food Safety qualification and confident in leading a busy kitchen team.
5. Ability to manage margins, costs, and uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards.
6. Fun, team-oriented, and dedicated to creating enjoyable guest experiences.

Additional Details

• Working five days over seven, totaling 40 hours per week.
• Join a vibrant culture focused on fun, excitement, and memorable experiences at Butlin's.
• Embrace our values: Create Smiles, Get Stuck In, and Care For Each Other.
• Exciting opportunity to be part of a renowned holiday destination with a rich history.