We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie-Pastry to join our Main Kitchen team at the Royal Garden Hotel.
The Chef de Partie - Pastry will oversee their assigned section, ensuring it runs smoothly and consistently to the highest standard. This role includes supervising Demi and Commis Chefs, maintaining excellent food quality, managing mise-en-place, and supporting the wider kitchen team to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
Whats in this for you?
We offer a wide range of benefits and have excellent opportunities for career advancement and development and provide exceptional training programs for all employees:
Enjoy a complimentary guest experience stay at our hotel within your first 6 months of service (accommodation and breakfast for 2 people)
Indulge in free meals featuring a healthy and balanced menu, complete with hot and cold buffet options.
Enhanced Annual leave
Get a 50% discount in our Food & Beverage outlets - Min Jiang, Origin Kensington or Piano Bar
Be rewarded with £500-£1300 as a thank you through our Refer a Friend recruitment incentives.
Monthly team appreciation events to celebrate team member achievements
Social Events including Annual Awards, Annual Team Member party, gala dinners and more.
Access career development and progression opportunities.
1 day (paid - contractual hours) per year to volunteer for a cause you support, in addition to annual holiday leave
Uniforms provided and laundered complimentary, with dry-cleaning allowance for non-uniformed team members
Receive mental health support from our trained Mental Health First Aiders
Access our welfare service via the Employee Assistance Program, providing support through Health Assured.
Well-being programs- Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses, various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health, life assurance well-being/multi faith room
As a Chef de Partieyou will:
Organise and oversee your section to ensure smooth, efficient daily operations.
Supervise and support Demi and Commis Chefs, fostering a positive and high-performing team environment.
Prepare and cook dishes to the hotels recipes and standards, maintaining exceptional food quality and presentation.
Ensure all mise en place is completed on time and to the required standard for each service period.
Maintain strict standards of hygiene, food safety, storage, labelling and rotation.
Conduct daily checks to ensure cleanliness, organisation and proper maintenance of equipment and work areas.
Communicate effectively with the Junior Sous Chef regarding special requirements, events and operational needs.
Complete production charts, follow SOPs, and ensure adherence to all hotel policies and procedures.
Required Experience & Skills:
Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef ready to step up.
Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and modern cooking practices.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to delegate, prioritise tasks and manage a busy section.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to train, guide and motivate junior chefs.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and proper food storage and rotation practices.
Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse kitchen team.
Computer literacy, ideally with experience using kitchen and hotel systems (Excel, Word, Outlook; Adaco/Opera desirable).
Creative mindset with experience contributing to menu planning or recipe development.
Sound business awareness, including understanding of cost control, portioning and waste management.
Who Are We?
The Royal Garden Hotel strives to be internationally recognised as five-star destination hotel, which offers excellent value where distinction in service comes naturally. We are located in Kensington High Street, side-by-side to Kensington Palace and Park.
When joining the Royal Garden team, you will be part of a professional, dedicated and enthusiastic environment, where we ensure that you will have a unique individual experience, from onboarding, learning and development to career progression - we are here to support you throughout your journey.
Eligibility
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
We're Here to Support You
We are proud to celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process such as support with your application, alternative formats or changes to the assessment process, please contact our People & Culture team by phone or email so we can support you accordingly.
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