Chef de Partie/ Senior Line Chef

Hilton; Luton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their team. In this role, you will supervise kitchen staff and ensure the highest standards of food preparation, delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests. With a culture of inclusiveness and a commitment to staff development, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while working in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a range of perks including free meals, gym membership, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are ready to make a difference in a dynamic kitchen, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Chef whites provided

Free and healthy meals when on duty

Career growth opportunities

Personal development programs

Team Member Travel Program

High street discounts

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Discounted dental and health cover

Free Parking

Free Gym membership

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie.
• Strong coaching and supervisory skills required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure high food preparation standards.
• Assist with food cost controls and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Team Motivation

Supervisory Experience

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Education

Trade Commercial Cookery Qualification

Job description

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES - No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.

Yearly Rate ranging from £23,000 to £24,000 per year

A WORLD OF REWARDS

• Chef whites provided
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• Grow your Career: your next position could be as a Junior Sous Chef
• Personal Development: programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
• A chance to make a difference: through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
• Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
• Team Member Referral Program
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
• Discounted dental and health cover
• Free Parking
• Free Gym membership
• Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

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 with 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

WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL IS WHO WE ARE, AND WE ARE HILTON!

Hospitality Integrity Leadership Teamwork Ownership Now

Hilton Garden Inn is the laid-back sophisticated brand offering heartfelt service and award winning amenities.

Hilton is a global brand of full-service hotels and resorts and the flagship brand of American multinational hospitality company, is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands.