Chef De Partie

Escapade, Silverstone; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

The Escapade Chef de Partie will have a pivotal role in food preparation, presentation and ensuring the quality of dishes in the restaurant.

The Chef de Partie is expected to work under the supervision of the Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef and Sous Chef and lead our junior chefs within the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• To create and implement a best-in-class and award-winning guest experience.
• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to the recipes and standards set by Escapade. Ensure the ingredients used are fresh, measured correctly and handled in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation throughout the entire menu. Perform regular taste tests and inspections to verify the dishes meet established quality criteria. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and test new dishes. Suggest improvements or modifications to existing dishes.
• Stock and Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring and controlling inventory for your section.
• Communication and Collaboration: Collaborate with the Head Chef and the Sous Chef to create and modify menu items. Collaborate with the Sous Chef to order supplies and ingredients as needed. Communicate any changes or updates within the kitchen to the relevant team when needed.
• Hygiene and Safety: Maintain kitchen cleanliness. Follow strict sanitisation and safety guidelines. Be aware of and report any kitchen concerns, and equipment maintenance needs. Comply with all standard operating procedures, policies and regulations including health and safety.
• Sustainability: To promote, implement and act with the sustainability initiatives as directed by Escapade Silverstone.

The above is a high-level summary of duties and is not meant to be a comprehensive description of the role. Additional ad-hoc responsibilities will arise which will be considered to form a reasonable part of the role and role requirements may be subject to change from time to time.

Performance Responsibilities

Our vision drives us, we live by our brand pillars, and we’re motivated to achieve industry-leading and award-winning results.

• Our vision - We will be famed as the world's most exciting, authentic, and intelligently created motorsport hospitality destination.
• Our brand pillars – We’re the Ultimate Hosts who share our guests’ passions, we’re switched on to their needs, we make their stays effortless, they get our finest performance every time. We’re the Complete Connoisseur inspired by innovation, champions of excellence, we take pride in our presentation and our guests appreciate our constant quality. We’re the Silverstone Standard, part of the Silverstone family, performance is in our blood, we embody the brand values and guests know they’re in safe hands.
• Values - Rooted in a passion for motorsport, a dedication to precision, and a commitment to responsible and inclusive hospitality. We push boundaries, embrace the unexpected, and create unforgettable moments. We value sustainability and community, and aim for a positive impact on both our natural environment and the people we serve.

Performance will be checked against the following:

• Detailed objectives will be set through the Personal Development Review (PDR) process.

Key Relationships

• Escapade Silverstone Guests
• Escapade Silverstone Management and Staff

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in a 4-star or 5-star hotel or any other lifestyle/distinctive brand is desirable but not required.
• A strong, yet positive guest service style.
• Organized and ability to work within the team or on their own.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A good command of the English language is desired.
• Additional languages are advantageous.
• Maintains impeccable personal grooming standards while radiating an aura of elegance and refinement.
• Full clean UK driving licence.