Senior Chef De Partie

Job Title: Senior Chef de Partie Department: Kitchen/Food Service Reports to: Sous Chef/Executive Chef SW3, Chelsea, London Job Type: Full-time Compensation: up to £40k annum Job Overview: We are looking for an experienced and skilled Senior Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation. The Senior Chef de Partie plays a key role in maintaining kitchen standards, supervising junior chefs, and contributing to menu creation. This position requires strong culinary skills, leadership qualities, and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining high standards of service. Key Responsibilities: Manage and oversee a specific section of the kitchen (e.g., grill, sauce, pastry) while ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Prepare, cook, and present dishes to the highest standard, maintaining consistency in taste, portion sizes, and presentation. Supervise junior kitchen staff (Commis Chefs, Demi Chefs), providing guidance and training to ensure they meet kitchen standards. Ensure food quality by checking ingredients, monitoring cooking processes, and ensuring that food is prepared according to recipes and kitchen standards. Monitor inventory levels in your section, ensuring ingredients are stocked, stored properly, and used efficiently to minimize waste. Maintain a clean and organized workstation , ensuring all health and safety standards are met. Coordinate with other sections of the kitchen to ensure timely service and seamless collaboration during peak times. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-volume or fine dining kitchen. Strong culinary skills and extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques across various sections of the kitchen. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment . Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality dishes. Knowledge of food hygiene regulations and safety standards (Food Handler Certification preferred). Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. TPBN1_UKCT