Join us as a Breakfast Chef de Partie at 45
Park Lane, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places
to Work for’ in 2024 & 2025. Number 1 in the UK ‘World’s Best Steak Restaurant’ and
number 10 in the world. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture
where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion,
personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a
variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.
We care about your career and are
proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.
When you join us as a Breakfast Chef de
Partie at 45 Park Lane, you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your
field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning
academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.
What
you’ll do
As a Breakfast Chef de Partie, you'll enjoy
your work and take pride in delighting our guests:
* You will be responsible for creating in delectable
dishes for our Wolfgang Puck restaurant, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You
will be entrusted with supervising the cooking personnel in your section, while
also having the opportunity to participate in menu planning as well as being
responsible for maintaining budgeted food and recipe costs. All to ensure our
guests receive nothing but the best experience. .
* Sometimes our guests have special requests
involving dietary requirements, off-menu requests and even special occasions.
Most of these requests are fulfilled by our Breakfast Chef de Partie.
The items shared are the essence
of a day in the life of a Breakfast Chef de Partie, but we’ll make sure you are provided
with specifics on how we care for our hotel.
The operational hours of work are
shift-based and we would require flexibility
What
you’ll bring
Essential Skills and Experience
* Our
values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide
us each and every day. As a Chef De Partie you'll have the opportunity to
bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
* Basic Culinary Knowledge: Ability to cook a range of dishes using various techniques (e.g.,
grilling, roasting, frying).
* Food Safety:
Knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP) and commitment to maintaining
hygiene standards.
* Time Management: Able to complete cooking tasks within the given timeframe during
service.
* Teamwork:
Ability to work with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
* Attention to Detail: Ability to follow recipes and portion control consistently.
* Communication:
Able to communicate clearly with the head chef and kitchen team (verbally or
written, whichever is preferred).
* Physical Endurance: Able to stand for long hours and work in a fast-paced kitchen
environment.
* Adaptability:
Able to switch between tasks quickly and adapt to kitchen demands during busy
periods.
* Knife Skills:
Competence in using kitchen knives for chopping, slicing, and preparing
ingredients safely.
Preferred Skills
* Flexibility with Work Hours: Willing
to work on shifts, including weekends and holidays.
* Experience with Dietary Restrictions:
Familiarity with preparing dishes that cater to various dietary needs (e.g.,
gluten-free, vegan).
What
you’ll get
* Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with
breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
* Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages
at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy
Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at
various high street and online shops
* Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva
Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from
Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye
care vouchers.
* Training and Development: Advance in your career by
accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5.
We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
* Social Events:
Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball,
pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
* Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you
recommend a friend.
* Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being
advice because we care about our employees.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to
support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of
information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call
People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we
can support you through this process.