Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to work for a highly prestigious new corporate office restaurant in the heart of Canary Wharf London.

As a Chef de Partie you must have experience working as within a similar establishment, and be comfortable with taking full ownership of your area of the kitchen. We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our dedicated catering team, who produce outstanding high end retail food & concepts, using the finest and freshest ingredients in this highly prestigious estate.

Main Duties

• Assist the Executive Chef, Head chef, Sous Chef & Junior Sous in the preparation and creation of menus.
• Ensure the adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations
• Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available throughout the service
• Follow the guidance of the Executive Chef Head chef, Sous Chef & Junior Sous chef, and provide input into new ways of presenting or preparing dishes and creation of new dishes
• To keep all work areas and surfaces clean and tidy as is practicable at all times and especially at the end of the day/shift.
• To ensure the security of the stores during all working hours.
• To support in preparation and assist Hospitality functions which may sometimes be outside normal working hours
• To report any customer compliments or complaints to the Executive Chef Head Chef or Sous Chef.
• To report any incidents, accidents, or other irregularities to the Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• To attend meetings and training courses as may be necessary from time to time.
• To undertake any other duties that may be required for the effective operation of the Catering establishment
• To follow and carry out Interserve\'s food safety (HACCP), Health and safety procedures.
• To carry out any reasonable request by management. Including overtime requests for evening and occasional weekend work to fit the business needs

• Previous experience in a similar role, or 1 years\' experience as a Chef de Partie
• 7061/2 or equivalent NVQ/SVQ preferred
• Training undertaken in Food Safety, Health & Safety, COSHH regulations. To a minimum level 2
• The ability to multi-task and remain calm under pressure, and to run their section efficiently & Smoothly
• The ability to work with speed and accuracy at all times
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent people and communication skills
• HACCP experience and Food Safety controls
• Motivated by delivering a great service, with an eye for detail
• Knowledge of best cooking practices
• High standard of personal hygiene
• Passionate about food, with a creative flair. For both hospitality & retail

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