Lounge Chef De Partie

Hosco; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospitality and airline catering is seeking a Chef De Partie for the Lounge at Heathrow Airport. This role requires a strong culinary ability, experience in airline catering, and knowledge of food hygiene standards. The candidate will supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food safety and presentation. Attractive benefits include training opportunities and career development.

Benefits

Referral schemes

Free on-site meals

Training opportunities

Career development

International mobility

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef De Partie, preferably in airline catering.
• Proficiency in grilling, roasting, and sautéing.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and HACCP.
• Experience in handling Halal meat and understanding preparation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate food items for the Lounge at Heathrow Airport.
• Supervise Commis and Kitchen Stewards.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene, portion control, and storage.
• Manage daily food orders and minimize wastage.

Skills

Culinary ability

Communication

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

About the job

Job Description: A strong culinary ability is required for preparing and plating all food items, handling à la carte food preparation for the Lounge at Heathrow Airport. Knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and HACCP requirements is essential, along with experience in handling Halal meat and understanding Halal preparation standards. The role involves supervising Commis and Kitchen Stewards, ensuring food safety, hygiene, portion control, and proper food storage.

Responsibilities include daily food orders, minimizing wastage, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and equipment, monitoring expiry dates, and communicating menu item availability. The role requires active participation in maintaining high kitchen hygiene standards and ensuring all food safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef De Partie, preferably in airline catering.
• Proficiency in various cooking methods such as grilling, roasting, and sautéing.
• Ability to plate attractively and maintain high presentation standards.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and menu modifications.
• Skills in inventory management, ordering, and waste minimization.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information

Salary: £31,000 per year. Benefits include referral schemes, free on-site meals, training opportunities, career development, and international mobility. DO & CO is an equal-opportunity employer.

The company

DO & CO is a global leader in hospitality and airline catering, known for luxury, quality, and exceptional service. We value our staff's dedication and passion for excellence, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Experience: Required

Languages: English – Advanced

Employment: Full-time

Starting time: Immediate start

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