First Contact Chefs
About the Role:
This stylish hotel seeks a passionate and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join their highly talented kitchen brigade. You’ll be a key part of the team, leading a section and creating exquisite dishes to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and oversee the daily running of your section to meet service requirements.
- Adhere to all health and hygiene standards.
- Supervise and lead a team of Commis and Demi Chefs.
- Sample, smell, and observe food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards.
- Take orders from the Sous Chef and ensure tasks are carried out correctly.
- Create daily wine, dry storage, food requisitions, and kitchen transfers for Sous Chef approval to optimise stock rotation.
- Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen section maximizing food utilization.
- Participate in food production, portioning meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts, and managing food surpluses to control costs.
- Communicate with and assist back-of-house personnel to maintain efficient food production.
- Conduct daily food line inspections to maintain quality.
Skills and Expertise:
- NVQ Level 2 & 3 (or equivalent) preferred.
- Experience in a Michelin-starred or AA Rosette establishment.
- Proven experience in a hotel or restaurant setting.
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and styles.
- Excellent understanding of food hygiene and safety.
- COSHH knowledge.
- Excellent verbal and written English skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Experience with fresh produce.
- NVQ Level 1 & 2 (or equivalent) and hygiene certificate desirable.
Job Facilities/Benefits:
- Complimentary nights with breakfast.
- 50% discount.
- Team member awards and incentives.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty.
Why Join Us:
First Contact Chefs fosters careers in the hospitality industry, focusing on professional development and enhancing client and industry reputation. We believe in nurturing talent, creating a supportive and inspiring work environment, and value a passion for inspiring others.