Chef de Partie (Western) - Conrad

A Chef de Partie prepares and cooks according to standard procedures, recipes, photographs and given instructions, assisting the Sous Chef in training team members. The role participates in product development and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen.

What will I be doing

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Prepare food for guests and team members efficiently, economically, and hygienically as per standard recipes and procedures.
• Assist the Sous Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and to help maintain a high standard of food preparation and presentation.
• Plan, prepare and implement high quality food and beverage products, and set-ups in all areas and in the restaurants.
• Work seamlessly with recipes, standards and plating guides.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene according to safe and sound procedures as well as established FSMS standards.
• Maintain all HACCP aspects within the hotel operation.
• Use all equipment, tools and machines appropriately.
• Work for off-site events when tasked.
• Complete tasks and jobs outside of the kitchen area when requested.
• Assist in inventory taking.
• Knowledgeable of hotel s occupancy, events, forecasts and achievements.
• Prepare menus as requested.
• Work closely with the Stewarding department to ensure high levels of cleanliness and low levels of lost and breakages.
• Effectively respond to every guests requests.
• Learn and adapt to changes.
• Maintain at all times a professional and positive attitude towards team members and supervisors.
• Adhere to established hotel rules and team member handbook, ensuring all team members under your supervision do so as well for the department to operate smoothly.
• Coordinate, organize and participate in all production pertaining to the kitchen.
• Check and follow-up on the ingredients for the ala carte menus, daily menus, and seasonal specials, maintaining the standards of pre-set recipes, portion control and costing at all times.
• Monitor food quality and quantity to ensure the most economical usage of ingredients.
• Check that the quality of food prepared by team members meet the required standard and make the necessary adjustments.
• Monitor overall food operation and ensure that food items are being prepared in a timely and correct manner.
• Understand, practice and promote teamwork to achieve missions, goals, and overall departmental standards.
• The Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.