Job Description
We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Stirling, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to our kitchen's success in a Monday to Friday role.
* Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards set by the head chef and sous chef, ensuring consistent quality and presentation
* Manage your designated station, overseeing the production of all assigned dishes
* Maintain high food safety and sanitation standards at all times
* Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and efficient operations
* Assist in menu development, offering creative input and suggestions for improvement
* Ensure proper stock rotation and minimise food waste
* Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, particularly in your designated area
* Mentor and support junior kitchen staff as needed
* Adapt to changing menu requirements and seasonal ingredients
* Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions to enhance culinary skills and knowledge
Qualifications
* Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie in a professional kitchen
* Comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
* Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, with relevant certifications (e.g., Food Hygiene Certificate)
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities
* Creativity in dish presentation and flavour combinations
* Flexibility to adapt to changing menu requirements and seasonal ingredients
* Physical stamina to stand for long periods and work in a hot kitchen environment
* Passion for culinary arts and commitment to delivering high-quality dishes
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent qualification (preferred)
Additional Information
For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
BaxterStorey Values:
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.
Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.
Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.