Chef de Partie
Posted 4 hours 25 minutes ago by Cora Partners
£25,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Hospitality & Tourism Jobs
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description
Chef de PartieOverview
Our client is looking for a motivated Live-in Chef de Partie to join their boutique hotel on the beautiful Isle of Islay in Scotland. This exciting opportunity would suit an individual with a passionate interest in cooking delicious food with local, seasonal produce.
This private estate produces high-quality grass-fed beef and lamb, a substantial amount of wild game and has its own kitchen garden. On top of this Islay's bountiful coast produces fabulous seafood including lobster, crab, langoustines, oysters, and scallops.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting field-to-fork team giving the successful applicant the ability to cook with fresh, top-quality produce.
Start date: ASAP.
Job duties:
_Responsibilities of the Chef de Partie in Islay, Scotland include:_
Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes
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
Candidates must be/have:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a Chef de Partie
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
A clean driver's license
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 and a 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
Desirable qualifications include:
Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
Level 3 Food Safety Awards
Accommodation
Shared accommodation - a large estate house with shared bathroom and kitchen.
Plus, £50 per week, payable towards the electricity and council tax.
Other benefits:
Free firewood from the estate
Beef, lamb, and venison from the estate
Staff events throughout the year
20% discount for the Bridgend Hotel
Hours
Full time.
Location
Isle of Islay, Scotland.
Salary
Up to £25,000, depending on experience.
Job ref
CP928: Chef de Partie on the Isle of Islay, Scotland.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Free parking
Housing allowance
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Our client is looking for a motivated Live-in Chef de Partie to join their boutique hotel on the beautiful Isle of Islay in Scotland. This exciting opportunity would suit an individual with a passionate interest in cooking delicious food with local, seasonal produce.
This private estate produces high-quality grass-fed beef and lamb, a substantial amount of wild game and has its own kitchen garden. On top of this Islay's bountiful coast produces fabulous seafood including lobster, crab, langoustines, oysters, and scallops.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting field-to-fork team giving the successful applicant the ability to cook with fresh, top-quality produce.
Start date: ASAP.
Job duties:
_Responsibilities of the Chef de Partie in Islay, Scotland include:_
Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes
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
Candidates must be/have:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience as a Chef de Partie
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
A clean driver's license
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 and a 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
Desirable qualifications include:
Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
Level 3 Food Safety Awards
Accommodation
Shared accommodation - a large estate house with shared bathroom and kitchen.
Plus, £50 per week, payable towards the electricity and council tax.
Other benefits:
Free firewood from the estate
Beef, lamb, and venison from the estate
Staff events throughout the year
20% discount for the Bridgend Hotel
Hours
Full time.
Location
Isle of Islay, Scotland.
Salary
Up to £25,000, depending on experience.
Job ref
CP928: Chef de Partie on the Isle of Islay, Scotland.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Free parking
Housing allowance
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person