Chef De Partie

Please note this role is an 1 year apprenticeship.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in production, monitoring and maintaining consistent food standards and quality across all areas and during all stages of production and service.
• To participate in the HACCAP procedure in accordance with the company’s Food Safety Management Document. Maintain correct use of the KRB, including cleaning rota and closing down procedures.
• Ensure high quality hygiene systems are achieved at all times.
• Have total accountability for the day to day running of the kitchen service in the absence of the Head Chef/Sous Chef.
• Purchase all food and food related products using company nominated suppliers.
• Help to achieve food budgeted cost controls, ensuring minimum wastage occurs within the unit.
• Actively participate in the on-going management and development of the menus.

Maintenance

• Maintain all equipment within the Hospitality operation with due care and diligence as instructed.
• Notify the Head Chef or Kitchen Co-ordinator regarding engineer call outs for all repairs on catering equipment, unless instructed otherwise.

Staff Management

• Responsible for the actions and discipline of all staff in the line of command, in liaison with the Head Chef and Trafalgar Theatres HR representative as required.
• Ensure operational areas are properly prepared for all functions each day.
• Play an active part in staff training sessions.
• Participate in identifying training needs of all staff within line of responsibility on both an individual and group basis, including work methods, safety at work, health, hygiene and quality.

Health and Safety

• In conjunction with the Head Chef, ensure the company’s Health and Safety Policy is fully promoted and arrangements have been made to carry out the policy.
• Understand and have a working knowledge of all current Health and Safety legislation and Food Hygiene legislation and be conversant with the rules contained therein.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all operations adhere to relevant legislation, licensing conditions and Health and Safety Regulations.
• Dress in accordance with Southend Theatres’ uniform policy and wear protective clothing as issued.
• Participate in and contribute to the Theatre’s Health and Safety management processes. Cascade as appropriate to staff, ensuring a safe working environment for all.
• Undertake training and development as appropriate and keep apprised of developments in field of expertise.
• Carry out any other duties as appropriate to the post and as requested by the Theatre Director, Hospitality Manager or Board of Directors