Chef de Partie
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Job Description
Join us as a Chef de Partie at Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2024 and Hotel of the year London at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA reflected in our values of passion personality respect working together and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.
We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.When you join us as a Chef de Partieat Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field.
You will learn from your fellow Legends and our awardwinning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft service and leadership.
What youll do
As aChef de Partieat the prestigiousthree Michelin star Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester you will be part of a culinary team that defines excellence in haute cuisine. Youll contribute to crafting refined elegant dishes while ensuring every guest experience is executed with meticulous precision. In this role you will:
Take full responsibility fordaily food preparation ensuring the highest levels of quality presentation and taste.
Lead and superviseCommis Chefs guiding them through the standards of Alain Ducasses kitchen while supporting their development.
Support theSenior Chef de Partieor deputise in their absence helping to maintain kitchen discipline and continuity.
Participate inmenu planning sharing ideas that align with the restaurants commitment to innovation and tradition in equal measure.
Overseerecipe and food cost control contributing to efficient budget management while protecting culinary integrity.
Cater tospecial dietary requirements and bespoke guest requests ensuring every service feels personal and flawless.
Champion the kitchensfivestar hygiene and food safety standards including compliance with allHACCP protocols.
This is not just a kitchen role; it is an opportunity torefine your craftat the very pinnacle of gastronomy working under the philosophy and legacy of one of the worlds most celebrated chefs.
What youll bring
Essential Skills and Experience
Prior experience as aChef de Partiein aMichelinstarred or fine dining restaurant.
Strong culinary technique and creativity with a deep appreciation forFrench gastronomy.
Ability to supervise and inspire junior team members in a highpressure excellencedriven environment.
Understanding ofkitchen operations food safety HACCP requirements and stock control.
High levels of organisation attention to detail and pride in presentation.
Fluent inEnglish with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic.
Formal culinary qualifications or completion of a recognised apprenticeship.
A passion for innovation within the boundaries of classical techniques.
Experience catering for highprofile clientele or working in international luxury environments.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in fine dining.
- Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
- Discounts: Get 50 off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops
- Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8 towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan Rental deposit scheme private financial advice and Eye care vouchers.
- Training and Development:Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
- Social Events:Participate in vibrant social events including a summer party winter ball pub quizzes and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
- Referral Bonus:Earn a 1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
- Wellbeing Support:Access immediate wellbeing advice because we care about our employees.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply alternative formats of information or adjustments to the assessment process itself) please do call People & Culture team onor emailso that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.
Here at the Dorchester we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of our Kitchen team you will play a vital role in ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our commitment to fivestar service.
Employment Type
Full-Time
