Chef De Partie / Sous Chef

Hire Ground; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to join their luxury retirement complex. This role offers the chance to work under an internationally recognized Head Chef, known for his award-winning background and 5-star hotel standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary foundation, particularly in Scandinavian and Traditional English cuisines, and a desire to grow within a dynamic kitchen environment. If you're eager to enhance your culinary skills while providing exceptional dining experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in high-end restaurants or 4/5* hotels.
• Must have a positive outlook and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard recipes and maintain food quality.
• Prepare and garnish food orders according to specifications.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers.

Skills

Food Production Skills

Knife Skills

Food Hygiene

Communication Skills

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Relevant Culinary Qualifications

Job description

Chef de Partie / Sous (Scandinavian / Swedish / Nordic / Traditional English cuisines) - Luxury retirement complex - £30k to £35k - NW London

A wonderful opportunity for a Chef who is looking for their next step and to build their career, working with an internationally known Head Chef, who has won awards and has a 5* Hotel standard background. The Head Chef is looking for someone who is keen to grow and support him in this new luxury retirement complex, which offers a 5* Hotel type service and facilities to its residents and also to visitors and external customers.

SALARY ETC:

1. £30k to £35k + benefits
2. NW London
3. Permanent, full-time (40-hours per week)
4. Working 5 days out of 7, on a rota basis, initially working from 12pm to 8pm, although some flexibility will be required as the business grows. The latest you will finish is 10pm.
5. 40 covers + external covers, brigade of 2-chefs, with potential to increase as business grows.
6. Traditional English + Scandinavian / Eastern European cuisine
7. Start: ASAP, although willing to wait for the right person.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have full right to work in the UK
2. Food Hygiene Certificate
3. Relevant qualifications, or equivalent experience.
4. At least 2-years recent experience in a high-end restaurant, 4/5* Hotel, or similar.
5. Must have a positive and reliable outlook, who is keen to learn and support the Head Chef.
6. Must have a complete understanding of all basic food production skill sets with the ability to perform the tasks error free and meet the company quality standards.
7. To work under instruction of senior chefs and any directives reasonably asked.

DUTIES TO INCLUDE:

1. Follows company standard recipe and menu specifications.
2. Uses a knife and performs all basic knife cuts.
3. Maintains accurate food holding temperatures at all times.
4. Performs basic food preparation items i.e., stocks, soups, and vegetable production.
5. Accurately measures recipe quantities.
6. Communicates verbally and in writing to all co-workers.
7. Demonstrates all basic cooking techniques.
8. Follows daily production schedules and completes assignments.
9. Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, ensuring proper plate presentation.
10. Prepares sauces, soups and hot entrees; controls the positioning and rotation of foods and ensures proper plate presentation.
11. Sets up for lunch and dinner by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and all reservations.