First Contact Chefs
About the Role:
This stylish hotel seeks a passionate and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their highly talented kitchen brigade. As an integral part of the team, you’ll lead a section, creating exquisite dishes and upholding the highest standards. Your leadership and passion will play a key role in training and developing your team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and oversee daily section operations to meet service requirements.
- Adhere to all health and hygiene standards.
- Supervise and lead a team of commis and demi chefs.
- Sample, evaluate, and ensure food meets recipes and standards.
- Receive orders from the Sous Chef and manage commis/demi chef tasks.
- Prepare daily requisitions for wine, dry storage, and food.
- Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section, maximizing food utilization.
- Participate in food production, portioning meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts.
- Control food costs by managing food surpluses.
- Communicate and collaborate with back-of-the-house personnel.
- Conduct daily food line inspections to maintain quality.
Skills and Expertise:
- NVQ Levels 2 & 3 (preferred).
- Experience in Michelin-star or AA-Rosette establishments.
- Hotel or restaurant background.
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
- Understanding of food hygiene and safety.
- COSHH knowledge.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Experience with fresh produce.
- NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent.
- Hygiene certificate.
- Right to work in the UK.
Job Facilities/Benefits:
- Complimentary nights with breakfast.
- 50% discount.
- Team member awards and incentives.
- Great training and development.
- Complimentary meals on duty.
Why Join Us:
First Contact Chefs fosters careers in the hospitality industry, promoting professional development and enhancing client and industry reputation. We support a passion to inspire, nurturing talent for a positive employer-applicant relationship. By applying, you consent to data storage. We do not share your details with third parties without direct authorization.