Chef De Partie / Sous Chef

The Best Connection Group Limited; Goole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious catering service is seeking a Chef de Partie for a temporarily available role near Howden, which could become permanent after a successful trial. Responsibilities include preparing dishes, maintaining kitchen standards, and leading a team. The ideal candidate will bring experience from a fast-paced environment, with skills in leadership and food preparation. Full-time hours are expected, paying £12.21-£13.00 per hour, plus tips and benefits such as free parking.

Benefits

Tips

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in leading large functions or banqueting.
• Knowledge of maintaining culinary utensils.
• Ability to grasp culinary instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the day's dishes and document requirements.
• Organise the food preparation area following COSHH and HACCP.
• Monitor kitchen standards and staff sanitation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure

Food preparation methods knowledge

Conflict resolution skills

Team player

Job description

The Best Connection are looking for a CHEF DE PARTIE for our client's prestigious venue near Howden. This is initially a temporary position with a view to becoming PERMANENT following a successful trial period.

As a Chef within the Kitchen team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a fantastic guest experience and learn plenty about food preparation and delivery at the same time. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a fast-paced restaurant or hotel to a high standard.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Documenting each morning what is required before preparing the day's dishes.
• Cleaning and organising the food preparation area, ensuring COSHH and HACCAP guidelines are achieved.
• Helping to develop an exceptional team under the guidance of the head chef.
• Addressing and resolving diners' and clients' complaints quickly.
• Monitoring the kitchen area and the staff to ensure sanitation standards are maintained.
• Ensuring all food products to be prepared are not expired.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL HAVE

• Great experience in leading banqueting / large functions.
• In-depth knowledge of the kitchen's routines and utensils.
• Ability to grasp and follow the leading chef's culinary instructions.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and presentation.
• Knowledge of how to maintain and care for culinary utensils.
• Diplomatic and conflict resolution skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure through rapid deadlines.
• Be a talented team player.
• Be proactive and 'ahead of the game' in terms of menu and food development.
• Own transport due to the remote location.

HOURS, PAY AND BENEFITS

• Full-time.
• Permanent position following a successful trial period.
• Pay: £12.21-£13.00 per hour subject to skills and experience.
• Expected hours: No less than 40 per week.
• Tips.
• Free parking.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.