Company Description
Title: Chef de Partie
Location: CV1 Coventry city centre, great access to public transport and car parks (there is no car park onsite)
Salary: £25,740 per annum, 37.5 hour week,
Monday to Friday 7am to 3pm
No weekends
We are looking to recruit a passionate knowledgeable chef de partie into our team in Coventry, as part of this role you would be working within a chef's team of three and larger kitchen team of ten. this team operates a breakfast and lunch service, coffee bar and onsite functions and hospitality, attention to detail and consistency are key to this position and we are looking forward to welcoming the right person into this role.
Benefits:
* 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
* Plus your birthday off
* 3 volunteering days
* 3 days grandparent leave
* 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
* Secondary carer leave
* Wedding/commitment day leave
* Free meals on shift
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
* Wellbeing hub
* Access to employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.
As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!
Job Description
Baxterstorey is seeking a talented and dedicated Chef De Partie to join our culinary team in Coventry, United Kingdom. As a Chef De Partie, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of our kitchen operations and contributing to the overall success of our food service.
* Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in your designated section of the kitchen
* Ensure all food items are prepared to the exact specifications of our menu and recipes
* Maintain a clean and organised workstation, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards
* Assist in stock rotation and inventory management to minimise waste
* Collaborate with other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service delivery
* Contribute to menu planning and development, offering creative input when appropriate
* Train and supervise junior kitchen staff in your section
* Assist the Head Chef as required
* Maintain knowledge of current food trends and culinary techniques
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role within a professional kitchen
* Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution
* Valid Food Safety Certification
* Excellent knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods
* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
* Passion for food and commitment to culinary excellence
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.