Chef De Partie

Job title: Chef de Partie

Salary: Up to 19,000 GBP

Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Type of contract: Permanent

Workplace description: Situated in the centre of historic Woodstock on the doorstep of Blenheim Palace, this hotel has 16 individually designed rooms and 5 suites, all furnished with antiques, books and interesting pictures. In winter, log fires blaze in reception and the bar. In warmer months, the courtyard garden provides the ideal location to take a light meal or refreshment. The well-renowned restaurant has received much critical acclaim. The interesting dishes on the menu are carefully but simply created using only the finest ingredients. Guests may select from the constantly changing à la carte menu.

Main duties and responsibilities:
To ensure that all stocks are kept under optimum conditions.
To ensure that all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time.
To ensure that all dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
To ensure that all dishes reach the hot plate or passe correctly garnished, the correct
portion and size, presented on the prescribed serving dish in the prescribed manner.
To ensure that his section is being kept clean and tidy at all times.
To ensure that junior cooks and trainees receive the right training and optimum
guidance.
To ensure that any anticipated shortages are communicated promptly to the sous chef
or head chef.
To ensure that no horseplay is allowed in his section and that all staff under his control
are treated fairly and with courtesy.
To deputise in the sous chef’s absence and take charge of the kitchen when directed to
do so.
To attend training courses and seminars as and when required.
To strive to study management subjects in preparation for future advancement.

Essential criteria: You will have experience of working in a fine dining establishment. To have experience of working to 2 Rosettes would be most advantageous

Accommodation provided: Yes

Charge for accommodation: 300.00 GBP per month

I would like to thank you for your interest shown in this position. Please note that we take your application very seriously, but must stress that applications will only be answered in person if they match the criteria of the position advertised.

Important Notes:

1. Applications should be made by email or phone.
2. Applications should be in Word format only and in ENGLISH!
3. DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge work seekers for its services.
4. All workers will be subject to UK taxation.