Chef de Partie, 5 star hotel & spa just outside Aberdeen, Grampian

Working in a fast paced and busy kitchen environment and reporting directly to the Head Chef, the Chef De Partie has responsibility for using the highest quality food and finest, freshest ingredients for the preparation and production of foods and recipes for the restaurant and functions.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Run and supervise designated kitchen sections to the required standards set by the Head Chef.
• Quality control of stock and prepared foods – ensure effective stock rotation and waste management.
• Cooking and presentation of high-quality dishes within required time frame and standards.
• Ensure designated kitchen areas are maintained and organised in line with kitchen and food safety standards.
• Ensure all preparation of the designated sections are complete and ready for each service.
• Support Head and Sous Chefs, in delivering high standards of food preparation, cooking and presentation.
• Appropriately delegate jobs to junior chefs and apprentices and support them in their development.
• Always maintain a positive and proactive attitude and seek to improve and advance your skill set and performance.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, the Staff Code of Conduct and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Chefs and management.
• Ensure all hotel guests and non-residents enjoy a memorable 5-star dining experience.
• Support and actively contribute towards companywide events.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
• A passionate for food and the creation and presentation of 5-Star quality dishes.
• Physical fitness for long shifts of standing and walking.
• Driven and proactive with a hands-on approach. • Good organisation and communication skills • Ability to work well on own initiative and with others in a team.
• Tenacious with ability to multi-task, prioritise, work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Adaptable, innovative and flexible to business demands.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Secondary school qualifications and /or colleague certificate in relevant discipline.
• Have previous experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie in a busy, 5 - star, fine dining environment.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Have a good level of food knowledge and an understanding of modern food preparation.
• Basic Food Hygiene Course.

Please apply with your up-to-date CV to ian@chefsinscotland.co.uk quoting 15322

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