Chef de Partie (CDP)

We are seeking a Full Time CDP to become part of the team at a popular North Yorkshire Inn.

We can offer hourly pay so you get paid for every hour you work, approximately 45 hours per week, 5 days over 7, plus monthly gratuities.

We serve high quality food daily, offering people a quiet, comfortable and warm atmosphere. As a 16 Room Hotel located in the heart of a Market town, we often have busy food service periods, making the kitchen a fast paced environment.

As a CDP Chef, you’ll be a key part in the success of our busy kitchen and will thrive on the pace and camaraderie of our existing kitchen team. You will take pride in preparing delicious dishes along with a team of other talented, supportive experienced chefs, driven by your love of food.

Great food is one of our core values, so you’ll share our passion for fresh food. You will be working with fresh, seasonal, local ingredients and will relish the chance to learn new cooking techniques and putting your ideas into our dishes.

Life in the kitchen is hectic, but exciting. You’ll need strong food preparation skills and be confident in cooking the basics – and you’ll thrive under that constant time pressure.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate would possess excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure whilst remaining to communicate effectively. At least 1 years' experience in a similar position is essential along with a strong grasp of Health and Safety policy demanding high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Direct experience with hotel businesses is not required, though some knowledge of the industry would be beneficial, as would experience working with restaurants, pubs or cafes. The ideal candidate would be both resourceful, efficient, and with an outstanding eye for detail. Candidates must also have a love and passion for food, as we believe this is an essential part to the hotel's journey.

Duties will include:

• You will be expected to take ownership of a specific kitchen section (assisting other chefs in their sections when required), ensuring smooth workflow, minimal wastage, determining portion size and examining the temperature, quality and appearance of the finished dish before it is served.
• You understand the importance of food hygiene regulations and will ensure that all food items are handled, cooked and served to company specification in accordance with the Food Safety manual, HACCP and EHO directives.
• Liaising with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure all daily targets and food quality is met
• Ensuring the kitchen and the equipment is suitably maintained and the kitchen is kept clean you adhere to the health and safety and food hygiene policies
• Being a motivated and enthusiastic chef, who is equally at home working alone or with others
• Being comfortable in all areas of the kitchen and possess a willingness to learn

About The Hotel:

The George Hotel is a 16 Room Countryside Inn that prides itself on going the extra mile for customers. We've become locally renowned for our restaurant, and we have a passion for delivering great food, drink & accommodation.

Job Duties:

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipe and presentation specifications
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean working station whilst adhering to health & safety standards
• Assist with the cleaning and organisation of kitchen and equipment
• Restock items as needed throughout the shift
• Adhere to all food hygiene & safety standards

Additional Duties:

• Recording food temperatures
• Adhering to HACCP guidelines
• Motivating team members
• Bringing new dish ideas to the table

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person