Chef de partie - united kingdom, brentwood, essex

chef de partie

about the role

we have an amazing opportunity for an experienced chef de partie to join our fantastic team. our fabulous menus are devised by our chef patron. to match our desire, you will need to have a real passion for food, an eye for detail, have high standards, and be part of our team culture. we are open to both full-time and part-time for the right roles and those who are studying.

key responsibilities

plan, coordinate and order food requirements using historical data and in accordance with menu cycles where required

undertake accurate stock checks as required, completing appropriate documentation to ensure agreed levels of stock are maintained

advise customers on menu, describing food choices and food style and making suggestions and up selling where appropriate

following standard recipes to ensure final dishes are enjoyed by all and take note of any resources that are being used incorrectly to reserve budgets

ensure that the client expectations of food and food service are consistently delivered

prepare any necessary reports at the end of each day & end of the week outlining staff control and sales

provide monthly sales trends report (food only)

keep up to date with all coshh and haccp procedures and methods

report any equipment and/or building fabric faults and any hygiene, health and safety hazard to the relevant parties on site

responsible for the overall compliance of health & safety, and food safety standards

to carry out monthly stock takes & ordering

working closely with front of house and clients on site

required level 3 food hygiene, food safety, h&s, cash control – epos system, cleaning & sanitising, stock rotation, labelling procedure, due diligence records, cash/safe security, operation of the till

use all mechanical and electrical equipment in a correct and safe manner, using appropriate methods of work, following training and complying with ppe requirements.

be a key member of the team and have the ability to work alone to provide quality service for members

minimum 2 years catering experience is essential

excellent organisational/communication skills with the ability to achieve deadlines and use initiative

requirements

we are looking for experienced, self-motivated, enthusiastic individuals with flexibility across shift patterns and a willingness to undertake a variety of duties, if called upon to do so. with this in mind, we will be selecting applicants based upon the following preferred criteria:

qualifications – desirable but not essential

basic food hygiene certificate

knowledge, skills, and abilities

previous kitchen experience with a good level of independent thinking

prior experience of food preparation and service

proven ability to identify possible health and safety/food preparation concerns and address or escalate these as appropriate

able to deliver to sometimes conflicting priorities and maintain levels of service output

aware of the need to ensure the effective ordering, security and rotation of stock so as to maximise revenue and reduce waste

proof of your right to work in the uk

if you have the skill and enthusiasm we are looking for and would like to be part of our exciting venture, we’d love to talk to you.

salary - £22,000 - £24,000 per annum, with 28 days holiday

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