Chef de Partie

We're looking for a talented and dedicated Chef de Partie (CDP) to join our kitchen team. As a CDP, you will prepare, cook and present a variety of dishes, including meats, fish, pastries, and regional specialities, while ensuring high-quality standards. You will support kitchen operations and ensure food safety and hygiene. As well as support in controlling supplies, minimising waste, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You will create an authentic London experience by ensuring that every dish is prepared perfectly and based on the hotel menu to create memorable experiences for our guests.,

• Prepares in advance food, beverages, materials, and equipment needed for the service.
• Provide direction to the Kitchen staff, including Commis/Breakfast Chefs and Kitchen Porters.
• Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards, such as managing the production of daily allergen sheets, managing guest complaints, and accurately and promptly fulfilling guest requests.
Why Join Us? This is a great opportunity to enhance your experienced in kitchen operations, we offer a range of roles, including Sous Chef, and Head Chef, with clear progression paths and training opportunities from day one. No two days are the same. You'll work in a vibrant, bustling kitchen where creativity and teamwork are essential to success. Every day is different, with the opportunity to work in a busy yet supportive kitchen. You'll be part of a dedicated team that ensures every dish is prepared to perfection, creating meals that captivate every guest. Based in Bloomsbury, you'll be in the heart of London, working at Bedford Hotel, with 184 rooms. It's a magical place to be, offering a ground-floor restaurant bar, a secret garden and two naturally designed event spaces.


• Are you a skilled and organised team player?
• Do you have a passion for cooking and experimenting with flavours?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment whilst maintaining high standards?, 3 Years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Breakfast Chef in the hotel industry
• Proven supervisory experience gained through working in a busy kitchen operations
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong foundation in cooking techniques
• Passion for food
• Team-oriented attitude
• Creative flair for presentation
• Eye for perfection
• Problem-solving skills
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work varied shifts such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Desirable (Not Essential but a Plus!):
• Level 3 Supervising Food Safety or equivalent qualification
• Proficiency in multiple languages
  
  28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
• Free meals on duty
• Uniform & dry-cleaning
• Workplace pension scheme
• £300 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Employee recognition
• Employee awards
• Social events
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan
• 50% discount to friends and family in our hotels on hotel rooms & 20% discount in our restaurants (subject to availability)
• Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Bowling and Restaurant outlets
• Early Pay - Instantly access a portion of the pay you've already earned
• Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person)
• Nursery Scheme via Each Person (subject to eligibility)
• Mental health first aiders support & well-being
• Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action