Company Description

Title: Chef de Partie Location: City of London Salary: up to £33,000 per annum 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday Benefits: 28 Days holiday including bank holidays Plus your birthday off 3 volunteering days 3 days grandparent leave 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Secondary career leave Wedding/commitment day leave Free meals on shift Bespoke training and development opportunities Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels Pension and life insurance Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema Wellbeing hub Access to employee assistance programme Cycle to work scheme Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, thats why invest in you to develop your professional growth. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves. If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Chef De Partie to join our culinary team in the heart of London. This exciting opportunity is based in the City of London and offers a Monday to Friday work schedule, perfect for those looking to maintain a healthy work-life balance whilst pursuing their passion for cooking. Lead the salad section, preparing both dressed and naked salads, along with daily meat and vegetarian cold protein options for the lunchtime salad bar Prepare and cook a cooked-to-order main course three days a week, to be served live at the counter during lunch service Engage directly with customers, providing a warm and engaging service experience whilst cooking and plating dishes Support the team with kitchen health and safety measures, including cleaning duties and accurate labelling Complete necessary paperwork, including FS13 forms Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef with menu planning and weekly stocktaking Maintain high-quality standards for all dishes, ensuring excellent presentation and taste Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop and taste new recipes, offering suggestions for improvement and innovation Uphold cleanliness and organisation standards in the kitchen, particularly in your designated area Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any issues promptly

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Commis Chef or in a similar role within a high-paced kitchen environment Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification Up-to-date food hygiene certification Comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices Excellent multitasking skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational abilities Confidence and proficiency in customer-facing roles Outstanding communication and teamwork skills Creative flair and willingness to contribute to menu development Ability to take direction and eagerness to learn new techniques Flexibility to adapt to changing daily menus and customer requirements

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether thats an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve. We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of. Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our teams careers. Better is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us. Join us, and be part of the food revolution! BaxterStorey Values: ALWAYS VISIONARY We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail. WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people. CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better. FOREVER CONSCIOUS We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities. Interested? Even if you dont meet all requirements, wed like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality. Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

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