Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Wheatsheaf, Chilton Foliat, is delighted to be expanding its team with the search of a Chef de Partie. We are seeking an enthusiastic professional line chef to support our Executive Chef in the preparation and production of our bespoke menu; playing a key role in contributing to customer satisfaction.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all food on the given section is prepared in accordance with established recipe
• Ensure that there are sufficient quantities of ingredients to prepare the required dishes
• Ensure that all dishes are tasted to ensure correct flavour and seasoning and checked with Head Chef/Sous Chef
• Ensure that dishes are plated to the required the portion control and visual standard before being sent for service
• To ensure appropriate levels of production in direct relation to the level of business
• Organisation kept clean by following the correct procedures to meet the statutory food hygiene and food safety standards
• Ensure equipment/utensils in the section are correctly handled and maintained
• To contribute suggestions during menu planning as appropriate
• To ensure the kitchen is run to a consistently high standard in the Head Chef’s absence

Qualifications / Experience:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook within a high quality food environment
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices

Person Specification:

• The ability to work independently without supervision.
• The capacity to adapt to changing environments
• The experience to remain calm under pressure
• Strong communication skills
• Honest and reliable
• A positive and enthusiastic outlook
• Creative thinking
• Passion and great pride in their work