Contract Personnel Ltd are recruiting for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie, on behalf of a hugely successful, extremley busy, Farm shop and Restaurant just outside Long Stratton.
Are you a passionate and experienced chef looking to take the next step in your culinary career? Do you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy creating high-quality, seasonal dishes? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you as a Senior Chef de Partie!
The restaurant has a loyal customer base that appreciates high-quality, innovative dishes and pride themselves on creating exceptional dishes made from locally sourced, high-quality ingredients. With fresh produce at your fingertips and meat directly from their onsite butchery within the Food Hall, you’ll have all the tools to craft exciting, mouth-watering menus that showcase the best of the season.
Key Responsibilities:
*Supporting others: Work as a key part of the kitchen team and ensuring the smooth operation of your section and contributing to the overall success of the kitchen.
*Menu Creation: Contribute to the development of creative, seasonal menus that highlight fresh, local ingredients.
*Maintain High Standards: Deliver consistently high-quality dishes, ensuring presentation and flavour are always top-notch.
*Team Collaboration: Work closely with your fellow chefs to maintain a positive and efficient kitchen environment.
*Food Safety: Ensure all food safety and hygiene regulations are followed, maintaining a clean and safe workspace.
What They are Looking For:
*Experience: Previous experience in a Chef de Partie or similar role is essential.
*Creative & Motivated: A passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and a desire to create innovative dishes.
*Team Player: Able to collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and lead by example.
*Attention to Detail: A commitment to producing high-quality food with a focus on presentation and consistency.
*Food Safety Knowledge: Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
What They Offer:
*A competitive salary.
*The opportunity to work with fresh, local ingredients and meat from our onsite butchery.
*A supportive, creative kitchen environment where your input and ideas are valued.
*Opportunities for growth and development within the kitchen team.
*Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 access to a support network.
Hours and Shifts:
5 day working week which includes weekends, but generally no evenings.
Normal working hours are 0800 - 1600
Salary:
DOE from £26.000 - £28.000 per annum + performance bonus + tips
Benefits:
Company Pension
Free Parking
Health & Wellbeing Programme
On-Site Free Parking
Store Discount
To apply for this position please contact Clare at Contract Personnel Thetford