Chef De Partie

Cheeky Monkey Gastro Pub in Valletta, Malta is looking to recruit a Chef De Partie to join its team on a full-time basis. The main responsibilities of the role include deputizing the Sous Chef in their absence and taking charge of the kitchen when directed to do so.

Responsibilities:

• To ensure that any anticipated shortages are communicated promptly to the Sous Chef or the Head Chef
• To ensure that all dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity and served to the specifications set on the menu
• To ensure that all dishes reach the hot plate or passé correctly garnished, the correct portion and size, presented on the prescribed serving dish in the presented manner
• To ensure that junior cooks and trainees receive the right training and optimum guidance
• To attend training courses and seminars as and when required
• To work in all corners of the kitchen for further personal knowledge and improvement
• To ensure that all sections of the kitchen, including storage areas, are kept clean at all times
• To maintain On Going “Clean as you Go” Practices. To take environmentally friendly initiatives
• The Chef de Partie is welcome to come up with innovative ideas as regards new menu dishes and/ or specialties
• To ensure that all stocks are kept under optimum conditions
• To be efficient, caring, and friendly in all communications when dealing with guests and colleagues
• To strive to study management subjects in preparation for future advancement
• Enhancing and maintaining the kitchen product by actively communicating with superiors.

Requirements:

• To be familiar with HACCP Standards and Health & Safety Regulations as stipulated by Law
• A good standard of education, preferably an ITS graduate
• Possess high standards of cooking techniques and be innovative in his/her working approach
• Able to work on his/her own initiative
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Minimum of 2 years of working experience in a similar position.