Neilson Active Holidays are seeking a Chef de Partie at
several resorts for the forthcoming Winter Season.
The Chef de Partie assists in the delivery of all meals and ensures a high standard of food preparation, presentation and quality as directed by the Head Chef.
You will need to confidently work in a productive manner at all times within the team, or individually, ensuring quality service. This is a great role for career minded individuals looking to gain further kitchen experience whilst in a fun ski resort environment.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
- To assist in the delivery of a menu that is suitable for the requirements of the operation and to cater for any specific guest dietary requirements
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and service as set out by the Head Chef/Hospitality Manager
- To be flexible and approachable under all circumstances to ensure a smooth operation between departments that will meet the needs of the operation
- To ensure a safe working environment at all times
- To be customer service orientated at all times and display a willingness to encourage direct feedback from our guests
- Constantly provide ideas, revise, implement variations, improvements and changes to working systems in order to meet the needs of changing guests throughout the season
- To monitor and record any wastage or breakages in line with company procedures
- To develop positive working relationships with all the teams in the operation
- Demonstrate an excellent overall knowledge of the Neilson product and pro-actively cross-sell our holidays to all Neilson guests
- To ensure that all procedures put in place are followed in order to prevent the loss of stocks/revenue
- To carry out any other additional duties that assist the smooth running of our overseas operations as directed by your line manager
Qualifications and experience required:
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
- A formal chef or cooking qualification
- At least 6 months experience in a similar operation
- Experience of working overseas (Desirable)
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
- A basic knowledge of kitchen operations and requirements of the role
- A willingness to learn and develop
- Display constant high standards and service
- To be a positive and effective communicator with both the team and with guests
- To be flexible with working hours and be willing to assist in all areas of the operation