Chef de Partie

Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its collection of luxury boutique hotels in London and New York, celebrated for their stylish interiors, exceptional service, and distinctive charm. Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail have earned us numerous awards, and we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere for both guests and employees. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and talented Chef de Partie to join our esteemed culinary team at the Haymarket Hotel. As a Chef de Partie, you will play a pivotal role in our kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation. This is an excellent chance to develop your culinary skills and advance your career within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring timely and high-quality dishes.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
• Monitor and manage stock levels within your section, placing orders as needed to maintain inventory.
• Uphold strict hygiene and safety standards, ensuring the kitchen remains clean and well-organised.
• Contribute to menu development, bringing creativity and innovation to our culinary offerings.
• Maintain excellent communication with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service.

What you Need

• Previous experience in a similar role within a high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A genuine passion for food and a keen eye for detail in all aspects of food preparation and presentation.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively lead a small team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stock levels and place orders efficiently.
• A proactive and positive attitude, with a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £17.00 - £18.00 inclusive of service charge.
• Access to Wagestream, our financial wellbeing app, allowing you to stream accrued earnings before payday and benefit from everyday savings and real-time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies).
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants.
• Complimentary meals on shift.
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent.
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts.
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning.
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service.
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting.
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons.
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions.
• Benefits such as cycle to work scheme and annual long-service awards.
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work.
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks.

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award-winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World-renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. If you are enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels. Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.