Chef De Partie
Join the UK's Number One Fully Inclusive Resort Team!
Position: Chef de Partie
Location: Potters Resorts - Five Lakes, Colchester Road, Tolleshunt Knights, Maldon, CM9 8HX, Essex, UK
Type: Full-time
As a Chef de Partie, you will support the Executive Head Chef and Senior Kitchen Management team with the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to deliver exceptional dining experiences for our guests.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner for up to 400 guests per day, ensuring all dishes meet and exceed agreed standards and specifications
Lead by example in delivering the Company’s Vision and Mission, customer service standards and Kitchen departmental procedures
Maintain full compliance with all legal and company health, hygiene and safety requirements, demonstrating due diligence at all times
Ensure all team members on your designated shift understand and follow health, hygiene, safety and fire procedures
Complete all opening and closing procedures within the kitchen, and maintain high standards of cleanliness
Accurately complete all HACCP and cleaning records and report any defects to support the maintenance of a 5-star EHO rating
Maintain a strong knowledge of allergens and confidently manage special dietary requirements, including meeting with guests to discuss their needs
Support and develop Demi Chefs, Commis Chefs and Kitchen Porters through on-the-job coaching and by recommending relevant training opportunities
Take a proactive approach to your own personal development, supporting future career growth within the Kitchen team
Salary:
£34,250 per annum
Hours:
45 hours per week
Straight shifts between 6.00am and 9.00pm
Includes weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis
Ready to start your exciting journey with us?
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.
Immediate start available for the right candidate.
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
- Culinary experience and skills, with a minimum of 2 years at a similar level within a challenging and demanding kitchen environment
- Strong leadership and motivational qualities, with proven supervisory experience
- Standards driven, with a focus on quality and attention to detail
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to specific time frames
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent catering qualification
Additional Information
Are You Ready to Shine in Hospitality?
At Potters Resorts Five Lakes, we're not just looking for employees – we're seeking stars who will help us maintain our status as the UK's Number One Fully Inclusive resort. If you're passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences and take pride in your work, we want you on our team!
Why Choose Potters Resorts Five Lakes?
- 🌟 Be part of an award-winning, newly expanded resort
- 💼 Excellent career growth and personal development opportunities
- 🍔 Free Meals when working
- 🏋️♀️ Free access to our state-of-the-art gym and leisure facilities
- 💰 Competitive pay rates based on age and experience
- 🎓 Continuous training through our Potters Academy
- 🏆 Regular team recognition, awards, and treat days
- 🤗 A genuinely enjoyable place to work
Potters Resorts is an equal opportunities employer. We will consider all qualified candidates without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.