Job Description
Position Overview:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie (CDP) specializing in bakery production with expertise in crafting high-quality croissants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pastry and baking techniques, a creative flair, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role involves overseeing bakery operations, ensuring product quality, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Food Preparation:
- Prepare and cook breakfast items such as eggs, bacon, pancakes, sausages, pastries, and other menu items.
- Ensure all food items are cooked and presented according to the restaurant’s standards.
- Organize workstations for efficiency and cleanliness during breakfast service.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise junior kitchen staff, including commis chefs, ensuring they understand their tasks and follow proper food preparation techniques.
- Coordinate with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth operations.
Stock Management:
- Monitor stock levels of breakfast ingredients, such as dairy products, vegetables, meats, and grains.
- Communicate with the head chef or kitchen manager to ensure stock is replenished in time for the next service.
Quality Control:
- Ensure proper storage of ingredients to minimize waste and maintain quality.
- Ensure all food is prepared to the required standards and complies with health and safety regulations.
- Monitor the quality of ingredients and make adjustments as necessary to meet guest expectations.
Health & Safety:
- Follow all hygiene and food safety protocols, including proper handling of food and equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including all work surfaces, tools, and cooking equipment.
Menu Development:
- Collaborate with the head chef to suggest and prepare new breakfast items or variations to the menu.
- Accommodate special dietary requirements or guest requests, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Time Management:
- Efficiently manage cooking times to ensure breakfast is served on schedule, especially during peak hours.
- Work effectively under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
Skills:
- Proven experience in a breakfast or similar kitchen role, preferably in a hotel, restaurant, or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of breakfast foods and cooking techniques.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently, especially under pressure.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Flexibility to work early morning hours, weekends, and holidays.
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