Chef de parti

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Description

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Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join our team at The Dabbling Duck award-winning pub restaurant. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary expertise within a professional kitchen environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes from fresh ingredients, maintaining food safety standards, and supporting the overall kitchen operations. Previous kitchen experience and a genuine enthusiasm for food preparation are essential for this position. We're also interested to meet less experienced, younger candidates for a trainee kitchen assistant position.

Duties

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of a variety of dishes according to recipes and standards
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations and kitchen equipment
• Deputise in the absence of senior team members, to ensure smooth operations
• Follow food safety protocols at all times, including proper storage and handling of ingredients
• Contribute to menu development by suggesting new ideas and improvements
• Assist with meal presentation to ensure dishes are served attractively
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet quality standards and customer expectations

Requirements

• Proven experience in food preparation, cooking, or a similar role within a restaurant or hospitality setting
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices
• Experience in meal preparation and food prep techniques
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak hours
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Previous restaurant experience or serving background is advantageous but not essential
• A genuine passion for culinary arts and continuous learning in the kitchen

This permanent, full or part-time position offers an excellent platform for aspiring chefs looking to advance their careers within a professional environment.

The salary agreed will be enhanced by the addition of a share of gratuities, and the working pattern is a compressed hours spread over a 4 day week with 3 days off.