About the Role!

As our Chef de Partie you will be passionate and creative in your approach to consistently producing high quality dishes that delight our guests. Your flexibility in adapting to special requests will contribute to creating memorable dining experiences that will see guests returning time and time again.

Your role will include:

• Prepare and present food for breakfast, a la carte dinner, in-room dining and banqueting in accordance with hotel standards.
• Supervise, coach and train kitchen team members in conjunction with the Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef.
• Provide input in menu design including seasonal menus and daily/weekly specials.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality and freshness in both the ingredients and the preparation of meals.
• Implement and maintain food hygiene in accordance with legislative standards
• Ordering and stock control.
• Assist the Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team and promote a positive working culture at all times.

• Hands on management of food service operations on a day to day basis across all kitchen outlets.
• Meet and where possible exceed customer and guest expectations, enabling the Food & Beverage operation of the hotel to be recognized as purveying consistent, quality and value for money cuisine.
• Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques meet Brand Standard guidelines and are maintained at that level. Work with the kitchen brigade and take corrective action where appropriate if standards are not met.
• Strive continually for innovation, quality, value for money, and food which is presented and served in the most complimentary way.
• Ensure the highest possible standard of hygiene is practiced and maintained by the entire Kitchen brigade to meet Health & Safety regulations and HACCP food preparation guidelines.
• Ensure all direct reports are aware of Health & Safety and HACCP responsibilities.
• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef and Sous Chefs update Recipe Standards and develop new menus and concepts.
• Assist the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef and Sous Chefs develop, maintain and update operating procedures and systems.
• Cultivate a positive work environment where learning and personal development are benchmarks by which quality improvement is driven.
• Co-ordination of the stewarding team to meet the kitchen’s requirements.
• Adherence to Emergency Communication procedures ensuring that enquiries from the media are only responded to by the nominated spokesperson.
• Strive to implement the Accor Vision and demonstrate active use of Accor Values.
• Ensures the kitchen has a presence in operational meetings and committees.
• Ensure full knowledge and understanding of level of expectations expected of you by Kitchen management, Food and Beverage management, Hotel Management and the Business
• Promote a positive can-do attitude within the team.
• Be adaptable to the changing demands and expectations of the business.
• Any other duties assigned by your manager.

• Work with Executive Pastry Chef to supervise and support bread operation production and delivery for all related outlets.
• Assist Pastry Chef with menu preparations (à la carte, banquets, afternoon teas, amenities, and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
• Demonstrate the “Passion for Excellence” through serving our guests with flair and professionalism, ensuring that their requests are quickly and efficiently achieved.
• Ensure all ambassadors are following procedures according to stipulated departmental and Hotel policies. 
• Liaise with ambassador regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
• Train junior ambassadors on bread making knowledge and skills. Delegate duties and responsibilities to employees to ensure service demands are met.
• Maintain strict hygiene and safety procedures.
• Ensure all guests are provided with personalised service and that the “Essence of Pleasure” is achieved.
• Embody the art of French hospitality through a “can do” attitude.
• Perform tasks within a timely manner.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of Sofitel Brand Standards.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination.
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.
• Perform tasks within a timely manner.
• Contribute to Culinary revenue through effective food cost control.
• Lead Ambassadors by setting a positive example.
• Assist Senior Chefs with menu preparation and ensure adequate supplies are available for service.
• Monitor the productivity of other Ambassadors while also providing support at all times.
• Leads shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

Reporting to the Director of Hotel Operations, you will be working alongside an experienced team, managing kitchen operations for our various dining outlets, Conference & Events, Executive Lounge, and In-Room Dining.

Duties and Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Ensure smooth and successful running of Kitchen and Stewarding team
• Hands on day-to-day management of food service operations for the outlets, room service, Executive Lounge and banqueting
• Work in conjunction with Front of House service teams to ensure high quality product and exceptional service to guests
• Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet set guidelines and requirements
• Drive for sustainable practices and lead the hotel food waste program
• Ensure food cost and expenses are managed
• Drive innovation in hotel menu creation   
• Ongoing support and training with focus to upskill and develop our internal talent within the Kitchen department
• Ensure the highest standard of hygiene is practiced and maintained to meet Health & Safety regulations and HACCP food preparation guidelines