Chef de Partie

Company DescriptionOur mission at Novotel Birmingham Airport is to create memorable moments for our guests, by connecting hearts from arrival to farewell.A job, a career or a calling - whatever brings you here, we have something for you!As part of our team you can have:Free night stays in our UK hotels and 50% discount in any Accor Restaurant (T&C Applies)Discounted hotel rates all over the world in Accor HotelsContinuously learn and develop yourself with our Accor AcademySupport your wellbeing in your professional and personal livesGrow your experience anywhere. Explore limitless opportunities across 5000 hotels in over 100 countriesParticipate actively in initiatives to build a more inclusive and sustainable worldAnd many more benefits and perks : Our objective is simple: make you grow and give you the spark to unleash your personalityJob DescriptionHelps provide smooth running services and a high standard of production by managing his/her section.Works autonomously to produce dishes in compliance with cooking instructions,Supervises the commis chefs' work.Is responsible for the organisation, coordination and service for one or more area of the kitchen.Thorough knowledge of the F& B offers provided in the kitchen – Breakfast, Conference offers, Restaurant and bar menu.Leads the team under his/her responsibility and creates a good working atmosphere.Organises and supervises the work carried out by commis chefs and apprentices in the area under his/her responsibility.Informs the team about cost optimisation and the reduction of raw material wastage; tracks implementation.Trains commis chefs, apprentices and interns to a high standardIs actively involved in meeting the department's targets: - by following the cooking instructions - by avoiding waste and loss of food items - by respecting the procedures and internal audits applicable in the hotelHelps conduct inventories Helps manage stocks of equipment by avoiding breakages QualificationsA minimum of 12-24 months experience in a supervisory role.Vocational certificate or diploma in professional cuisineSalary £26,769 per annumExperience that demonstrates well established technical know-howFluent in EnglishTeam spiritSensibility of customer serviceA thorough and organised approachConcern of the cleanliness and the hygieneAdaptabilityLeadershipCapacity to train and transmit the knowledgeManagement of the stressAdditional InformationEnsures that the workplace remains clean and the safety of consumable goods by always respecting HACCP regulationsRespects the instructions and safety guidelines for the equipment usedApplies the hotel's security regulations (in case of fire etc)Respects the hotel's commitments to the "Environment Charter" (saving energy, recycling, sorting waste etc)