Chef De Partie

Chef De Partie Chocolate / Pastry

Is tasked with the overview of the chocolate / Pastry kitchen, making sure that the demands of the service are met, the ingredients are stocked and the team is working as per established SOPs.

Core Responsibilities:-

It is the primary responsibility for the Sous Chef to assist the Executive/Head chef in direction and management of store operations and associates. Assure proper preparation of all chocolate / Pastry items and day-to-day chocolate production and operations. Must also be able to perform the duties of the Executive Pastry Chef in his/her absence.

Operational and administrative responsibilities:-

Hire, train and supervise commis in conjunction with the Sous Chef

Should carry experience in leading a team of 3-5 chefs including commi chef.

Plan efficient kitchen operations to keep up with the demand of the orders.

Train Commis in following SOPs provided by the company and optimize them for efficiency.

Ensure the kitchen meets high standards in quality and hygiene

Order raw materials, negotiate with suppliers as and when necessary.

Manage inventory and keep control of stock

Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene standards are maintained

Document, maintain AMC dates of all equipment and ensure to renew the AMC from time to time.

Proficient in MS excel & word to document production work as and when required.

Development responsibilities:-

Creating and monitoring the preparation of all variants of chocolates

Work closely with the head chef in creating special occasions menus.

Keeps abreast of the latest industry trends and developments and use them in creating special occasions menu.

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective production.

Having extensive knowledge involving the history, flavor, texture and other properties of chocolate in order to properly create chocolates and candies.

Knowledge of how to decorate confections using all types of decorating materials (i.e. spray gun, transfer sheets, writing skills on confections etc).

Full time