The Pastry Chef de Partie's main role will involve preparing, cooking and presenting Michelin star dishes within the pastry section of The Glenturret Lalique Restaurant, whilst maintaining product standards and supporting the Head Pastry Chef, Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef in the general running of the kitchen, adhering to Food Safety Standards.
Key Responsibilities
Assisting the Head Pastry Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
Compiling and completing the list of daily mise en place tasks for the section to the required standard within the given time
Setting up the Kitchen prior to the Restaurant opening
Plating food creatively and maximising customer enjoyment
Checking and putting away deliveries as required
Assisting with the management of health and safety
Assisting with the management of food hygiene practices
Supervising and training Commis Chefs
Appropriately delegating and assisting in all tasks delegated within the section
Cleaning down the section at the close of each shift and assisting with any other cleaning tasks as required
Ensuring wastage is kept to a minimum and preventative measures are fully understood
Overseeing the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards
To be aware of and comply with Legal, Government and Company Policies relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health & Safety
Supporting the Head Pastry Chef in organising daily training sessions on all aspects of food
Executing any changing menus as required for the restaurant to the agreed specifications
Carrying out any reasonable tasks as requested by the Head Pastry Chef, Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef
Knowledge, Skills and Core Competencies
Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role
High level of attention to detail and creativity
Understandable level of spoken and written English
Ability to work without close supervision
Ability to assist with producing good quality food in all sections
Enthusiasm to develop your own skills and knowledge
Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes
Positive and approachable manner
Team player qualities
Outstanding communication skills
Benefits
- Fantastic career and development prospects (including wine and whisky courses)
- 37 days holiday per year (Pro rata)
- Double-matched workplace pension
- Death in service assurance
- Uniform supplied
- Generous on-site discounts within The Glenturret gift shop, The Lalique Boutique, The Glenturret Café, and The Lalique Restaurant
- Tronc scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discount on gym membership
- Access to the Glenturret Branded Portal offering external discounts in numerous retailers, travel, entertainment, fashion, health and beauty, food, and drink
- Access to an employee assistance programme
- Use of the Association of Scottish Visitor Attraction membership cards (ASVA)