Join our team as a Chef de-Partie at the 4-star Mercure Daventry Court Hotel & Spa and contribute to the production of food items in accordance with instructions from the Sous Chef and/or the Head Chef.
* Be knowledgeable of the days business, i.e., know what reservations are booked into the Food & Beverage outlets, be aware of outside events that will impact directly on business, etc.
* Be familiar with the menu and with any specials of the day.
* Ensure all dishes are prepared in a timely fashion.
* Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen/buffet are prepared to the approved standard of presentation.
* Avoid unnecessary wastage, to observe proper portion planning and control and to act in a cost effective, responsible manner.
* Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
* Ensure HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.
* Comply with all Health and Safety guidelines and report any issues as appropriate.
* Energy and cost awareness to deliver savings where possible.
* Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to Head Chef.
* Following company control procedures in accordance with the company Internal audit requirements
* Assist in the training and development of junior members of the kitchen team to and the supervision of the kitchen
Benefits of working with us include:
* Meals provided whilst on shift
* Sales incentives and initiative rewards
* Discounted / Free use of leisure facilities Hotel specific
* Free Car Parking Hotel specific
* Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or even free stays in our hotels as one of our rewards & recognition incentives.
* Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
* Fully funded apprenticeships T&Cs apply
* Annual Holidays entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays
* Opportunity to buy additional holiday entitlements
* Pension enrolment
We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits to our employees. If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.