No split shifts! We are looking for a Chef de Partie to assist in the production food served at the RSC; you will prepare quality produce and run the garnish, larder, hot or pastry section. Work under the guidance of the Head Chef and as part of a successful team, you will ensure that the food delivered to our customers is of the highest quality. We are proud to prepare, bake and create all food from scratch and work closely with some great local suppliers.
In our beautiful Rooftop Restaurant customers can join us for lunch, or afternoon tea.
We are looking for chefs who would like a full-time contract, but we are also happy to speak to you about what hours you are looking for. Other working hours and shift patterns are available and open for discussion.
Reporting to the Head Chef, key areas of responsibility include:
* Working with the team to create and develop a leading food offer across all the Catering areas.
* Prepare, cook and present dishes using agreed ingredients and using specs.
* Assist the Senior Chefs in developing new dishes and menus, assisting with any menu changes and food tastings.
* Monitor portion control and wastage to maintain profit margins.
* Ensuring full compliance with all food safety, hygiene and legislative regulations.
We are looking for:
* Previous experience of food preparation and leading a section during service.
* Trained to at least Level 2 Food Hygiene, although we offer training.
* Ability to follow instructions precisely and consistently.
* A self-motivated and proactive approach to work with the ability to work flexibly, multitask and deliver in a pressurised environment.
* A good understanding of all HACCAP and Health and Safety legislation.
* Food Safety and Health and Safety qualifications
What can the RSC offer:
* Working hours to suit you.
* Option of a permanent contract and guaranteed hours with consecutive days off or hours to suit you
* Full training and personal development
* RSC benefits package including 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays
* Monthly share of the TRONC
* Complimentary theatre tickets
* Reduced working hours on Sundays.
Application Process
All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email jobs@rsc.org.uk
About the RSC
The RSC strives for excellence, and values creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and accountability.
We can offer great benefits and aim to create a welcoming, supportive environment which is happy, healthy and safe. We place great importance upon developing a diverse, highly motivated and energised workforce to help achieve our priorities. We put our values at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all individuals.
We believe that safeguarding children and adults is everyone's responsibility, and everybody working at the RSC has a duty to place safeguarding at the heart of their work.
The Royal Shakespeare Company (no. 212481) is a registered charity.