Chef de Partie in Hounslow

Fortnum and Mason are seeking a skilled and experienced Chef de Partie to join their team. The Chef de Partie operates under the general guidance and supervision of the Head Chef, assisting in the preparation and service of all sections in the Kitchen.

Key Accountabilities:

• Coach and develop Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs to ensure their skills are being enhanced, leading by example.
• Work with the Head Chef and the kitchen team to maintain high standards in the quality of food both in preparation and presentation.
• Set out, maintain and monitor high standards of cooking and presentation.
• Deal with deliveries and stock rotation.
• Assist with ensuring that all Health & Safety procedures are adhered to and properly recorded; this includes temperature checks, cleanliness, and hygiene.
• Work with the Senior Team to ensure the food is delivered to the highest standard in the section of responsibility.
• Check the Section for standards regularly ensuring that all audits and temperature checks are completed.
• Take ownership of the stocktake and feedback any key indicators to the Head Chef.
• Pre-empt any pinch points within the kitchen, and highlight them to your line manager.
• Work closely with the Restaurant team to ensure a collaborative partnership between front and back of house.
• Communicate effectively ensuring that the teams are aware of the menu.
• Demonstrate high levels of planning, organising, and time management to drive the operational execution across the section.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, controls and standards (e.g. due diligence, cleanliness, and HSE).
• Monitor and maintain inventory, ensuring these are highlighted to the Senior Chefs.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in working in a busy kitchen environment. In addition, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Excellent time-management skills and the ability and willingness to multi-task.
• Gravitas and credibility at all levels.
• Good attention to detail that will be evident through food presentation.
• Ability to perform duties effectively with minimum supervision and guidance.
• Will to learn and grow.
• Excellent longevity with past employers.
• Maintaining Food Safety standards.

Why Work for Fortnum and Mason:

• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary).
• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime.
• Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts.
• 28 days holiday + a day off for your birthday and 5 extra wellbeing days off.
• Matched pension scheme and career development opportunities.
• Great pathways for career development and progression, with opportunities to grow within Fortnum & Mason’s diverse and dynamic business.
• Additional annual leave and incredible gifts after 5 years of service.

About The Company:

Fortnum & Mason are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. They respect and embrace each other’s differences, creating a truly inclusive environment. In the last year alone, their people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards.