Somerset West: Chef de Partie posted by Craven Cottage CC

About the Role

As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality dishes are prepared and presented to our guests in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with our Executive Chef to ensure seamless service and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Flexible with trading hours of the culinary offerings of the entire estate as needed.
• Ensure all necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• Ensure all stocks are kept under optimum conditions.
• Ensure detailed daily prep list is written and discussed with your fellow chefs and seniors.
• Ensure all Mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time.
• Daily food preparation and duties assigned by superiors.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the correct recipe and the correct quantity.
• Ensure all recipes being used are up to date, keep a recipe file.
• Ensure that all dishes reach the pass correctly garnished, the correct portion, taste, and flavour, make sure seasoning of all foods before sending.
• Ensure that his / her section is being always kept clean and tidy and follow a strict cleaning roster. During service as well as after service.
• Ensure that any anticipated shortages are communicated promptly to the Sous chef or Head chef.
• Ensure daily check list is done first thing and communicated to your direct senior running the pass.
• Ensure each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation, and correct temperature, as instructed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all staff is under control in his / her section (no playing or noise), making sure all staff is treated fairly and with courtesy.
• Ensure time sheets/attendance register/biometric system are recorded daily for payroll purposes.
• Flexible to assist in any section or kitchen as needed and instructed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensure proper care is taken when using any company/kitchen equipment.
• Keep all kitchen/culinary transfer booklets up to date.
• Communicate late coming, any absence due to illness in a timely manner to the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Culinary qualifications
• At least 3+ years’ experience in a similar position
• Ability to provide top-notch service in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with all culinary staff
• Does high-quality work while unsupervised
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Able to safely lift and easily manoeuvre trays of food when necessary
• Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed

Qualifications

No qualifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

No salary information provided.