Chef de Partie

Life at Clays

Welcome to Clays the ultimate indoor clay shooting experience and cocktail bar! We bring the thrill of a British clay target shooting weekend to the heart of the city. Our unique twist on Olympic clay shooting makes the sport safe fun and accessible for everyone. As we expand locally and globally were excited to share our love for British charm and competitive gaming with the world. Whether youre after a thrilling day with friends or a lively evening with colleagues Clays is the perfect spot for adrenaline-pumping fun-filled experiences.

Careers at clays are loaded with possibilities. As we grow our brand we are equally dedicated to the growth of our team. We offer ample opportunities for personal development and top-notch training. Our team is a vibrant mix of independent thinkers who are passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences for our guests. If youre seeking a workplace that values integrity fun and teamwork Clays might just be the place for you!

Weve been named one of the UKs Best Workplaces in Retail Hospitality & Leisure for 2024 by Great Place To Work UK! Thats right were all about creating an awesome place to work with plenty of fun growth and top-notch vibes.But dont just take our word for itheres what our colleagues have to say about us:

You can be yourself here. The company values character and willingness to learn over prior knowledge. They provide all the training you need and your progress is entirely up to you.

From day one the collaborative and supportive culture at Clays has been clear. The onboarding process and continuous training show a real commitment to employee development.

Mistakes are stepping stones here and no one is frowned upon for making them. We learn from each other which is unique in a workplace.

Clays Values

At Clays our venues are for everyone and so is our workplace. We believe that to serve our diverse audience we must first celebrate and nurture diversity within our team. Thats why were dedicated to creating an inclusive culture. Different perspectives spark creativity and drive innovation. So if youre passionate about making a positive impact wed love to hear from you!

And of course were looking for someone who embodies our Clays values. Thats why weve framed them as key questions that guide everything we do:

SAFE - Is it safe For our team our guests the business and our partners.

AMAZING EXPERIENCE - Are we delivering an amazing experience We bring fun thrill wonder and joy aiming to surprise delight and exceed expectations.

LASTING - Is it lasting We strive to make a positive sustainable impact on our world our team our guests and our industry. We aim to create strong impressions and lasting memories constantly evolving to offer something new.

Whats the Gig you ask

Summary of position

As a Chef de Partie you are responsible for supporting the Head and Sous chef in a busy kitchen delivering consistently high-quality food for our guests.You will provide courteous professional efficient and flexible service to guest and colleagues and deliver Clays operational standards.We are looking for a self-driven individual that strives for excellence with experience in the hospitality industry.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Sous Chef in the daily running of the Kitchen
• To be able to run all sections in our busy kitchen
• To ensure food is prepared and cooked to our high standard at all times
• Ensure dishes are served within our execution times without exception
• To offer training and support to junior colleagues
• To organise Junior colleagues and kitchen support colleagues with daily job lists
• Be able to stay claim in a busy kitchen with multiple orders being sent together
• Must be a good communication skills with both kitchen colleagues and front of house colleagues
• Ensure that Alert65 platform is filled out daily and that all colleagues are following food safety rules.

Skills and desired qualifications

• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent culinary catering talent
• Hotel Management Graduate or Culinary Degree or with minimum 3 years certification for the role
• Passionate about hospitality and creating amazing experiences
• A keen eye for detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients
• Honest with strong moral principles
• Take initiative can solve problems calmly and work well under pressure
  

• Always looking for opportunities to improve your knowledge and abilities

What youll get in return

We value our colleagues greatly and want them to feel rewarded this role is offered with a competitive base salary of 29500 per annum plus weekly service charge.

Our great benefits include:

Plus were certified as a Great Place to Work reflecting our commitment to creating an outstanding work environment!You will be part of a growing brand business and an exciting adventure with excellent training opportunities and investment in your personal development.