At a Glance
- Tasks: Create exceptional dishes and support kitchen operations in a luxury restaurant.
- Company: Join a respected luxury restaurant in the beautiful village of Dedham.
- Benefits: 28 days' holiday, paid overtime, free meals, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a thriving hospitality business.
- Why this job: Elevate your culinary skills in a collaborative and supportive kitchen environment.
- Qualifications: 5 years' experience as a Chef de Partie with a passion for seasonal cooking.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 33000 £ per year.
Join a luxury restaurant in Dedham. We are seeking a talented Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef to join the kitchen team at an established luxury restaurant in the beautiful village of Dedham. If you have a passion for exceptional food, quality ingredients, and delivering outstanding dining experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The Role
As a key member of the brigade, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality dishes while supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Your Responsibilities
- Work confidently across all kitchen sections, including pastry, larder, sauce, and garnish.
- Maintain exceptional standards during food preparation, service, hygiene, and kitchen close-down.
- Assist with ordering, stock control, and maintaining kitchen standards.
- Contribute ideas towards menu development, including seasonal dishes and weekly specials.
- Support and mentor junior members of the team, leading by example.
About You
You'll be an experienced chef with a passion for fresh, seasonal produce and a desire to continue developing your skills.
You'll have:
- A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality fresh-food kitchen, including experience on the sauce section.
- Strong knowledge of ingredients, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
- A genuine enthusiasm for seasonal cooking and sourcing quality produce.
- The ambition to progress into a Junior Sous Chef position.
- A positive attitude, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to thrive in a busy kitchen.
Hours
40-45 hours per week over 5 days. Two days off each week (together or separately). A variety of shifts including: 7:30am-3:00pm, 9:00am-4:00pm, 4:00pm-11:00pm, 9:00am-11:00pm (with a two-hour break). Closed every year on 25 & 26 December.
Benefits
- 28 days' holiday, with additional days awarded for loyalty.
- Paid overtime.
- Free meals and drinks while on shift.
- Generous dining allowance to enjoy the restaurant with family and friends.
- Exclusive discounts on travel, shopping, and leisure experiences.
- 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including access to a GP.
- Comprehensive training, including Food Safety, Health & Safety, and management development programmes.
Why Join Us?
You'll be joining a respected, independently operated luxury restaurant that is committed to developing its people and creating an outstanding working environment.
We pride ourselves on:
- Investing in our team's training and career development.
- Recognising and rewarding dedication and achievement.
- Encouraging open communication and involving our teams in the future of the business.
- Providing the support, tools, and opportunities needed to succeed.
- Creating a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.
- Building a workplace where talented chefs can develop long-term careers within a successful and growing hospitality business.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step into a Junior Sous Chef role and want to work in one of Dedham's leading luxury dining destinations, we'd love to hear from you.
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