Chef De Partie - Volume

MAG (Airports Group); West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Employee rewards portal

24hour Employee Assistance Programme

MAG Pension scheme which doubles your‑

Discounts on public transport

On-site discounts and staff shop

Tax free Airside shopping in our depa

Job summary

MAG (Airports Group) invites applications for a Chef de Partie to join our Airport Hospitality Team. You'll join a high-end lounge environment delivering exceptional culinary experiences for travelers.

Key responsibilities include preparing and presenting dishes to standard, following menus and SOPs, managing hygiene, and supporting stock control. Shifts can start as early as 3.00am and finish by 10.30pm, with operations 7 days a week.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef or C&G Food production or equivalent desirable.
• Background in hospitality and service sectors with a track record of high-end delivery.
• Has undertaken a similar role or is ready for the next step as Commis Chef.
• Demonstrates advanced skills and techniques in food production.
• Wide range of food preparation, knife and cooking skills and technique.
• Team player with a first-class approach to customer service and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and deliver food in accordance with the menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.
• Follow recipes and product directions for preparing and cooking all foods.
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Work with the Commis Chef and Senior Chef to prepare foods.
• Maintain high presentation standards and ensure hygiene.
• Assist with stock checks and required documentation.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Team player

Customer service

Knife skills

Cooking techniques

Supply chain awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef

C&G Food Production

Job description

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Why CAVU

For airports, for partners, for people. We are CAVU.

Formed from the union of MAGO, MAG USA and our network of direct-to-consumer brands - who together drive market leading passenger spend for airports across the world - we have combined our resources to address evolving passenger needs today and exceed them as we move forward into tomorrow.

From our revenue accelerating single platform technology, Propel, through to our world class hospitality venues including Hangar, 1903 and Escape Lounges - our solutions make travel more seamless and enjoyable for passengers and more profitable for our clients and partners.

Our name is taken from the aviation, meteorology term, ‘Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited’, which designates the perfect flying condition.

More than just a name, CAVU is our mindset. It represents all that we stand for. Our proud aviation heritage, our drive to push boundaries, and the very essence of what we do: creating seamless, enjoyable travel experiences for airport passengers.

Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are CAVU

The role

We are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join our Airport Hospitality Team. Our Hospitality Lounges provide our customers with the very best start to their journey.

Principal accountabilities include:

• To prepare, cook and deliver food in accordance with the agreed menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.
• Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing and cooking all varieties of foods.
• Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
• To work with the Commis Chef and Senior Chef as appropriate to prepare foods to be cooked. Some of the preparation procedures are, but not limited to, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding.
• To ensure the food offering is presented to a high standard. Maintain the food offering ensuring presentation meets operating standards
• Maintain stock levels, receive delivery of supplies, ensure stored correctly, rotate and maintain.
• To assist with stock counts and compete the appropriate documentation.
• To complete required stock checks including temperature checks as per the required schedule and complete the appropriate documentation.
• Assist with clearing and organising the kitchen ensuring a high standard of hygiene. Ensure floors are swept, mopped or vacuumed and ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitised and stored correctly.
• Dispose of waste, including recycling, in the appropriate manner and if required to remove it to the designated location.
• Assist in one to one training of new staff, including subcontracted supplier staff, in order to uphold the high level of presentation, hospitality and service.
• To work flexibly to the rota.

What will make you successful in the role?

We are looking for someone who has/is:

• NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef or C&G Food production or equivalent is desirable
• A background in hospitality and service sectors, with a proven track record of high end delivery.
• Undertaken a similar role or working as a Commis Chef and ready for the next step.
• Demonstrates advanced skills and techniques in food production.
• Able to demonstrate a wide range of food preparation, knife and cooking skills and technique.
• A team player with an absolute first class approach to customer service, know how to brief and coach and team to deliver high quality dishes and menu items.
• Understands the principles of supply chain management, sustainable procurement and working practices in the kitchen.

Please note flexibility will be required with shifts as early shifts can start as early as 3.00am and late shifts can finish as late as 10.30pm. Our units are open 7 days a week

Benefits

As a MAG employee you will have access to some great benefits including:

• Free on-site parking whilst on duty
• Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings
• 24hour Employee Assistance Programme
• MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution
• Discounts on public transport to work
• On-site discounts and heavily discounted staff shop
• Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge

Advert will close once sufficient applications are received

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at CAVU: a diverse team of people who reflect the global customer base that we serve. We’re proudly part of MAG and together we’re on a mission to be number one in our industries, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you, even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a UK Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG and CAVU, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.