Events Chef De Partie - Mon to Fri - Liverpool Street

Title: Events Chef de Partie - Mon to Fri 

Location: London - Liverpool Street

Salary: up to £34,000 per annum plus paid overtime

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a passionate Events Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

Baxterstorey is seeking a talented and dedicated Chef De Partie to join our culinary team in London, United Kingdom. As a Chef De Partie, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of our kitchen operations and contributing to the creation of exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your designated section of the kitchen
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Assist in menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and culinary trends
• Manage and coordinate activities within your section, including delegation of tasks to junior staff
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stock rotation and ordering
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and timely food delivery
• Participate in regular kitchen meetings and contribute ideas for improvement
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations as required

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution
• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role within high-volume kitchens
• Strong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques
• Excellent food preparation and presentation skills
• Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment and following recipes
• Valid food hygiene certification
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Understanding of food cost control and inventory management principles
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Passion for culinary excellence and commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.