Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie

Located right on the river edge in the centre of Royal Windsor, Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa is a popular four star hotel in an unbeatable setting. Comprised of several characterful buildings clustered around a historic cobbled street by Eton Bridge, the hotel offers a collection of individually styled bedrooms, a modern conference centre, The Brasserie restaurant and bar, and the Wren’s Club spa and fitness centre. The perfect riverside location is just steps from Windsor Castle, and is popular for tourists as well as visitors for meetings and events.

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced CDP to come and join our small brigade of chefs producing quality fresh foods for our Restaurant, Bars, Room Service and Meeting & Events areas.

Our Kitchen is at the heart of our Food & Beverage department providing food for our guests in our Restaurant, Lounge Bar and Meetings & Events department, catering from 2 to 250 guests. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small brigade of chefs producing quality fresh food to satisfy our guest's appetites. We believe it is the people we employ that make the difference to the experience of our guests, and that is why we are looking for someone who is ready to go above and beyond in everything they do.

Why join the Wren’s team?

At The Wren, we love what we do, and we’re looking to grow our team with people who share our passion for success. We want individuals who will bring their own style to every experience and put our guests at the heart of everything they do. We pride ourselves on our team, and we work hard to take their careers to new heights. As part of the Wren's team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Wagestream – flexible access to your earned wages & financial coaching App
• A paid day off for your birthday
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Saroving Rewards for going the extra mile & delivering exceptional guest service
• Employee appreciation events
• Family & Friends Accommodation rates & employee F & B discounts at all hotels in the group
• Opportunities for training and development & recognising your potential

As a Chef de Partie you will have...

• You will have a minimum of NVQ food preparation Level 2 qualification or equivalent and have previous experience at this level in a professional kitchen working with fresh ingredients.
• Imagination, an eye for detail and a desire & ability to deliver quality fresh a la carte and buffet food with experience of large volume functions and weddings
• A passion for cooking, with a genuine love of food and a real desire to learn and develop your skills.
• A good understanding of all applicable Health & Safety legislation & experience working with strict Health & Hygiene regimes.
• An understanding of food costs and controls
• Punctuality, reliability and a can do attitude.
• The ability to work in a team in a busy environment, sometimes under pressure with self-motivation and the ability to motivate others
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis across seven days, mornings and evenings as required.

What will I be doing as a Chef de Partie?

• Working in a professional kitchen, preparing and presenting high quality dishes made with fresh foods.
• Working on all sections as required and responsible for maintaining standard of product and service, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction.
• Helping to control departmental expenses including food costs and wages, in line with business levels.
• Implementing & monitoring all Health & Safety and hygiene practices and procedures
• Motivating, coaching & training junior members of the team.
• Working well with your team members ensuring a smooth service and high team morale.

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.