Chef De Partie - Volume

Overview

Chef de Partie position based at Manchester Airport - aether "The Private Terminal".

Temporary role until August 2027. 40 hours per week. £15.73 per hour.

Join aether Hospitality Team, delivering an elevated dining experience curated by Chef Adam Reid in a unique environment at CAVU.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all daily kitchen operations; ensure high quality, consistency, and efficiency from start to finish.
• Direct the Commis Chefs in day-to-day kitchen activities.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure proper stock of food and supplies; monitor stock levels and rotate inventory to minimize waste.
• Maintain food quality and implement/improve health and safety standards within the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook, and deliver food in accordance with the agreed menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.
• Follow recipes and product directions for all foods; operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Inspect deliveries for quality and quantity; store items correctly and manage inventory.
• Complete required stock checks (including temperature checks) and maintain documentation.
• Work with the Commis Chef and Senior Chef to prepare foods; perform preparation tasks (washing, peeling, cutting, shredding) as needed.
• Ensure the food offering is presented to a high standard; maintain presentation in line with operating standards.
• Assist with kitchen organisation and hygiene; ensure floors are clean, equipment sanitized, and waste disposed of appropriately.
• Assist in training new staff, including subcontracted supplier staff, to uphold presentation, hospitality, and service standards.
• Work flexibly to the rota to meet operational needs.
• What will make you successful
• Strong hospitality professional with experience in high-quality food production and service delivery.
• NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef, City & Guilds Food Production, or equivalent qualification; experience in a similar role or current Commis Chef looking to progress.
• Excellent food preparation, cooking, knife skills, and sound understanding of food safety, product handling, and storage requirements.
• Proactive team player with a customer-focused approach; ability to build relationships and support colleagues to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
• Key skills: NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef or equivalent; proven hospitality and service experience; advanced food preparation, cooking, and presentation; strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Excellent customer service and a first-class approach to guest satisfaction; ability to brief, coach, and support team to deliver high-quality dishes and menu items.
• Computer literate; experience with Microsoft Office and Zonal stock/ordering systems.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative, and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Understanding of profit and loss principles; contribute to financial performance by operating efficiently, minimizing waste, and supporting target margins.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking while on duty; discounted airport parking when you go on holiday (subject to availability and pre-booking).
• Access to employee rewards portal with discounts and savings.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
• A pension scheme (MAG) with enhanced employer contribution.
• Discounts on public transport and MAG products such as Airport Hospitality Lounges and holiday parking.
• On-site discounts and staff shop with significant savings.
• Career development opportunities as part of MAG, the UK's largest Airport Operator.
• Tax-free shopping in our departure lounge (airside).
• Notes

Please note flexibility will be required with shifts; early shifts can start as early as 3:00am and late shifts can finish as late as 10:30pm. aether is open 7 days a week.

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