Job Description
Job Description Position Overview We are looking for an experienced Chef De Partie, with a strong background from a similar environment, to become an integral part of our kitchen team at the Novotel & Ibis Hotels Southampton. ·Helps provide smooth running services and a high standard of production by managing his/her section ·Works autonomously to produce dishes in compliance with cooking instructions ·Supervises the commis chefs' work ·Is responsible for the organisation, coordination and service for one area of the kitchen ·Has the right to work in the UK Main responsibilities: Professional techniques / Production Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes including meat, fish and vegetables, displaying great attention to detail and a passion for every dish that leaves our kitchen Produces and presents the dishes for the section in line with the cooking instructions and processes defined by the hotel and brand Ensures that dishes are of a high standard, piping hot and well presented Monitoring portion control, stock management and controlling wastage Delivers dishes in good time to suit guests' wishes Depending on the hotel, may be asked to receive deliveries, check and store merchandise Organises his/her work and timing to suit fluctuations in guest numbers, special events and particular guests Talent & Culture Responsibilities Leads the team under his/her responsibility and creates a good working atmosphere Organises and supervises the work carried out by commis chefs and apprentices in the area under his/her responsibility Informs the team about cost optimisation and the reduction of raw material wastage; tracks implementation Trains commis chefs, apprentices and interns to a high standard Management and administration Is actively involved in meeting the department's targets: - by following the cooking instructions to the letter - by avoiding waste and loss of food items - by respecting the procedures and internal audits applicable in the hotel Helps conduct inventories Helps manage stocks of equipment by avoiding breakages Hygiene / Personal safety / Environment Ensures that the workplace remains clean and the safety of consumable goods by always respecting HACCP regulations Respects the instructions and safety guidelines for the equipment used Applies the hotel's security regulations (in case of fire etc) Respects the hotel's commitments to the "Environmental Charter" (saving energy, recycling sorting waste etc) Schedule Early and Evening shifts Weekend availability Overtime Additional Information Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Benefits Company Events - Team appreciation lunch Discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets) High street discounts, with your Heartist card Holiday:28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days) Team member referrals program Personnel development - In house training Apprenticeship opportunities Free on-site parking Free meals on duty Monthly 'Duck' awards Free uniform Company Pension Special Note During the course of duty you will have access to certain information, which demands the utmost confidentiality. Discretion must be exercised at all times.