Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie ***Brand New Opening in Edinburgh***

Incredible benefits

Be part of something extra-ordinary! Joins us for our iconic 5-star hotel opening of 100 Princes Street in Edinburgh, Scotland.

We are looking for a Chef de Partie. This is a full-time role and will be reporting into the Head Chef.

Working pattern: Shift work / Monday to Sunday / 5 days per week with 2 days off / rotas are done on a weekly basis.

We are looking for someone who has a strong background in a culinary environment, either as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef with over 2 years experience. A skilled professional with the ability to oversee specific kitchen sections and with a proven track record of upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence and contributing to the overall success of the dining experience.

As a Chef de Partie you will be responsible for:

• ensuring guests are always receiving an exceptional dining experience
• working with Head Chef to plan creative menu and correct food preparation
• ensuring that all food items are prepared as per standard recipe cards
• maintaining portion control and minimizing waste
• checking the food stock levels within the culinary department areas
• checking quantity and quality in relevance to the hotel occupancy
• supervising Chefs and Kitchen Porters and their activities within the kitchen
• training team members on RCH culinary standards and inspire team members to produce imaginative TNTs, thus creating a memorable guest experience

Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotelier business with 18 stunning properties all over the world.

We have won numerous awards such as Best Employer (2023) and Sustainable Business (2023) at the Cateys. We are proud in our commitment to developing our own and were honoured to have won for the third time a Princess Royal Training Award (2023) by HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds and proud to be the first privately owned company retaining its Platinum Investors in People accolade globally.

What is in it for you?

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities
• Recommend friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600
• Free meals on duty
• Discount of 30% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotel outlets
• Complimentary uniform and dry cleaning services
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Hotel based recognition incentive (Employee of the month up to £200)
• Discounted accommodation rates with The Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally
• Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events

100 Princes Street will be our first hotel in Scotland.

The original building and its iconic features will be respectfully renovated, transforming it into an exclusive retreat on Edinburgh’s most famous street. With uninterrupted views of Edinburgh Castle, 100 Princes Street will replicate the boutique atmosphere of its sister property, Hotel 41, the most-loved hotel in London and TripAdvisor’s number one hotel in the English capital for over 10 years.

At a glance:

• 100 Princes Street is home to 25 guest rooms and five suites.
• The hotel’s two signature suites – The Archibald and The Isobel – boast direct views of Edinburgh castle.
• The interiors of 100 Princes Street are inspired by Scottish explorers and their travels.
• Scottish artisan weaver, Araminta Campbell, was commissioned to create five bespoke tartans for the hotel, that adorn the walls of every bedroom and suite.
• A number of bedrooms enjoy stunning views across Princes Street Gardens towards Edinburgh Castle.
• All guest rooms are equipped with every mod-con, including charging points for a variety of devices.
• The Wallace is our all-day lounge, dining room, well-stocked bar, library and tasting room, guests can dine on delicious hearty fare, made using the freshest local produce while sipping on a single malt or artisan gin, or relax and enjoy traditional afternoon tea while gazing at Edinburgh Castle.

Join us in this incredible opening and apply now!

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