Demi Chef de Partie

The Demi Chef de Partie assists on the production and service within the kitchens as directed by their Line Management. They will be required to ensure the highest standard is always achieved.

They will form a close working partnership with their colleagues to ensure the smooth operation, preparation and production is achieved in a timely manner.

They need to ensure full compliance to all Policies which include Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), Allergy and Anaphylaxis Policy as well as the Departments internal SOP’s which includes ‘Control of Allergens’

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To carry out all reasonable requests from line managers.
• Hands on delivery of the food production to a high level.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach, driving good behaviour and a positive can do attitude at all times.
• Ability to work closely with colleagues.
• Professional approach to appearance and engagement into the school and department’s ethos and policies.
• Keeping up to date with current trends in food
• A flexible approach to hours worked to meet the operational requirements of the Department
• To produce foods to the required production plans and to deliver and excel the standards required.
• Ensure all deliveries are stored and rotated in a timely manner and any items that are received incorrectly are reported to a senior member of the kitchen team
• To complete all documents relating to food production, allergies, wastage and food safety.
• To contribute to development use of recipes, menus, training, and systems.
• To support other key areas of food production or service as directed by the Exec Head Chef.
• To attend regular training sessions as described and delivered by line management

Knowledge / Experience

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate  (E)
• Evidence of training skills required (D)
• Allergen training  (E)
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a similar environment (E)
• Good communication and organisational skills  (E)
• Excellent attention to detail  (E)
• Articulate  (E)
• Smart personal appearance  (E)
• Enthusiastic and bubbly personality  (E)
• Able to motivate others and be self-motivated  (E)
• Willing to learn new skills  (E)
• Team player  (E)
• Integrity  (E)
• Flexible  (E)