Chef De Partie

Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) is an exciting ambitious arts centre which offers a wide array of free exhibitions theatre music cinema and comedy performances as well as creative learning and participation activities. Well-loved and well-used its a relaxed friendly place attracting a diverse mix of visitors situated in the leafy Cannon Hill Park Birmingham. We are currently recruiting for a Chef De Partie to join our Kitchen team.

Job Purpose:

The Chef De Partie is responsible for running their own section within MACs kitchen team delivering consistent quality food as directed in a safe and timely manner to standards set by the Head Chef across all catering areas while adhering to MACs Food Safety Management System.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation and Cooking

• Prepare and deliver all food items as directed by the Head Chef in a safe and timely manner adhering to Allergens Matrixes and presentation specifications.
• Restock food items throughout the shift as required.
• Complete daily food preparation list at the end of shift to ensure smooth handover of section for the following day.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly supervising junior kitchen team members where appropriate.
• Help maintain maximum yield from all food stock reducing waste by adjusting preparation levels to business needs.

Health Safety & Hygiene Compliance

• Ensure correct storage of all food prepared or raw following Health & Safety guidelines including date labelling stock rotation and storage of allergen-specific products.
• Maintain a clean kitchen adhering to food hygiene standards through cleanliness of own section and supervision of Commis Chefs & Kitchen Porters.
• Make sure food safety documentation including COSHH & HACCP records are kept up to date filling out all paper and online forms accurately.
• Maintain a high standard of personal presentation hygiene and cleanliness.
• Wear correct uniform and PPE are work at all times reporting replacements needed to the Head Chef.
• Inform kitchen management of any maintenance issues.

Stock and Inventory Management

• Inform kitchen management of stock when needed.
• Make sure deliveries of all kitchen stock items are taken recorded inspected and any discrepancies or damaged/unsuitable goods are reported.

General

• Speak to kitchen shift lead to understand role and expectations for the day.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Implement MACs Environmental Policy and consider how this role can contribute to MACs sustainability goals.
• To further promote and ensure the implementation of the equal opportunities diversity safeguarding and health & safety policies of MAC.

Any other duties which may reasonably be required to support cross-organisational needs

Equal Opportunities & Diversity

All staff are expected to further promote and ensure the implementation of MACs equal opportunities policies.

Our commitment to diversity and equality is a long-standing one. Our aim is to ensure that MACs work draws on and reflects the full range of backgrounds and perspectives to be found in the communities we serve.

Our ambition is that the leadership and workforce is more reflective of the diversity of contemporary England. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from people of all cultures and ethnicities including those that may experience racism in our society those with LGBTQ identities neurodivergent and/or d/Deaf and disabled and those that have experienced socio and economic barriers.

Note

This job description outlines the principal responsibilities and duties of the post holder. It is not meant to be nor is it an exhaustive list of specific responsibilities and duties. The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties which could reasonably be expected as being within the remit of the post and which arise out of changes in legislation regulations orders rules and working practices methods and procedures and reviews as directed from time to time.

Hours of work will include weekend and evening work.

Person Specification

A person specification describes the areas of knowledge skills and experience a person should possess in order to take up the post.

Core - (You should meet most of these requirements)

• Proficient verbal & written English.
• Experience within a busy kitchen environment at Chef de Partie level or above.
• Understanding of the working practices of a professional kitchen and the role of a Chef De Partie.
• Good knowledge of COSHH.
• Good knowledge HACCP.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to follow and carry out instructions.
• Ability to show strong knife skills.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Good personal hygiene.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Reliable and Punctual
• Availability to work flexibly to the needs of the business.

Desirable - (You should meet some of these requirements)

• NVQ Level 2 or applicable in catering.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene.
• 3 years experience within a busy kitchen environment of comparable operation at Chef De Partie level or above.
• Experience with fresh pizza preparation.
• Experience of Conferencing & Events.
• Show a clear understanding of Gross Profit.
• Understanding of current food trends.
• Great customer service skills.
• Computer literate.
• Creative mindset and ability to adapt.
• Looking for continuous personal development.
• Passionate about sustainability and ethical products.
• Availability to work paid overtime if requested.

How to Apply

To apply for this post please follow the link below and follow the application process.

Please note that all applications are anonymised during the shortlisting stage. Any attached CVs will not be used at the shortlisting stage so please ensure you complete the application fully and include all of your experiences qualifications and any skills you have that would help us when considering you for this role.

Deadline

Applications can be received at any time until midnight on 29 October 2026.

Please be aware that applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and we may close this vacancy before the stated deadline. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Shortlisting

Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application between the time they submit their application and the application deadline.

Interviews

To be arranged with short-listed candidates. Successful candidates will then be invited to a second practical interview- the date for this will be discussed during the first interview.

Required Experience:

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