Senior Chef De Partie

Ivy Restaurants Ltd; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Management Career Development Program

Extra holiday after 5 years

50% staff discount

Gift vouchers for anniversaries

Discounts on retailers

Minimum 20 hours guaranteed

Job summary

The Ivy Collection in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to maintain the quality and consistency of dishes across sections. You will take ownership of your area, train and mentor junior chefs, and work closely with kitchen seniors to uphold our service standards.

This role offers an opportunity to advance in a forward-thinking kitchen and contribute to our reputation for culinary excellence while adhering to food safety and high-tech kitchen practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and high culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels across all sections.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Team mentorship

Food safety

Culinary skills

Job description

The Ivy Collection:

The Ivy is established as an iconic destination for fine dining and impeccable service, The Ivy represents elegance, sophistication, and culinary excellence. With a rich history spanning decades, our commitment to exceeding guest expectations remains unwavering.

Job Description:

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and consistency of dishes across all sections and the ensuring daily prep levels are met by our dedicated prep team. You will work closely with the Kitchen senior management, taking ownership of your section while helping to train and mentor junior chefs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie looking to bring their skills to a forward- thinking kitchen and take the next step in their career.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive Industry pay (Hourly + Tronc)
• A Management Career Development Program which includes online and practical assessments.
• Extra holiday allowance for length of service, up to 5 extra days after 5 years.
• 50% staff discount for you and up to 3 friends when you dine in our restaurants.
• Celebrate career anniversaries, with a gift voucher to dine in our restaurants.
• Access to discounts on 100s of retailers, health, entertainment, travel & more
• Guaranteed 20 hours minimum contract.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for cooking and learning.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety practices, and high culinary techniques.
• A strong understanding of all sections across the kitchen.
• In-depth understanding of Food Safety.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock their assigned section with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with prep chefs to monitor inventory and ensure correct daily par levels across all sections.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of work areas, adhering to food safety.
• Follow instructions from the Senior Management to ensure consistency and quality in every dish.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Join our culinary team and take the next step in your career as a Senior Chef de Partie!

The Ivy Collection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us:

Our shared CARING values help create an environment where we are happy, and engaged and we care for ourselves, our colleagues, our guests, and we celebrate our individualities and differences.