Chef De Partie
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £26000 – £31500/annum
Job Title: Chef De Partie
Location: Chipping Norton OX7 Moreton in Marsh Gl56 or London SW£
Salary: £26,500 – £31,500 pa
Reference: 02816
Job Description:
A Chef de Partie runs a specific section in a kitchen, and report to the Sous Chef. The role is made up of many varying responsibilities including:
Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes within the speciality section
Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
Preparing meat and fish
Assisting with the management of health and safety
Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices
Managing and training any Commis Chefs
Monitoring portion and waste control
Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards
To land a job as a Chef de Partie you will need:
City & Guilds 706/1 | 706/2 Catering
NVQ Level 2
Level 1 and 2 Food Safety Awards
Minimum 1 years relevant experience
Awareness of manual handling techniques
Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
Experience of kitchen equipment
Experience of dangerous equipment such as knives
Understandable level of English spoken and written
Desirable and useful but not necessary qualifications include:
Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
Level 3 Food Safety Awards
Alongside some of these more general skills that all good Chef de Parties should possess:
Knowledge and ability to run a section
Ability to work without close supervision
Ability to manage Commis Chefs
Ability to produce good quality food in all sections Good oral communication
Team management skills
High level of attention to detail
Good level of numeracy
Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge plus those around you
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
Positive and approachable manner
Team player qualities
If you are enthusiastic about self-development and embrace opportunities to improve your skills and knowledge whenever possible, you could build a long and rewarding career as a Chef de Partie progressing to a role as a Sous Chef or Head Chef if desired.
Finding the right balance between your work and your lifestyle is really important, with a Chef de Partie job you will often find that your shifts include days, evenings and weekends so be sure to consider your home and family commitments and choose a career that enables you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
If you are looking to the future, then it is good to know that career progression prospects are excellent as a Chef de Partie. The role provides the opportunity to learn and develop specialist skills and knowledge while developing your craft with creativity and flair.
While working as a Chef de Partie you will gain a vast cross section of transferable skills such as organisation, communication, problem-solving, multitasking, diligence and attention to detail that can be utilised in many roles and industries
More Information
- Address Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire
