Chef de Partie

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team as a Chef de Partie at DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland Karak a !
Are you a skilled and passionate chef ready to take the next step in your culinary career? We’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie to bring creativity, precision, and leadership to our kitchen. In this role, you’ll take charge of your own section, work alongside a dynamic team, and contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a flair for flavour, we’d love to hear from you!

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.  

A Chef de Partie prepares and cooks according to standard procedures, recipes, photographs and given instructions, assisting the Sous Chef in training team members. The role participates in product development and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen.     

What will I be doing? 

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: 

·  Prepare food for guests and team members efficiently, economically, and hygienically as per standard recipes and procedures. 
·  Assist the Sous Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and to help maintain a high standard of food preparation and presentation. 
·  Plan, prepare and implement high quality food and beverage products, and set-ups in all areas and in the restaurants. 
·  Work seamlessly with recipes, standards and plating guides. 
·  Maintain cleanliness and hygiene according to safe and sound procedures, and all HACCP aspects within the hotel operation
·  Work for off-site events when tasked and complete tasks and jobs outside of the kitchen area when requested. 
·  Maintain at all times a professional and positive attitude towards guests, team members and supervisors.  
·  Adhere to established hotel rules and team member handbook, ensuring all team members under your supervision do so as well for the department to operate smoothly. 
·  Coordinate, organize and participate in all production pertaining to the kitchen.  
·  Check and follow-up on the ingredients for the ala carte menus, daily menus, and seasonal specials, maintaining the standards of pre-set recipes, portion control and costing at all times. 
·  Understand, practice and promote teamwork to achieve missions, goals, and overall departmental standards. 
·  The Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice. 
·  Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

What are we looking for? 

A Chef de Partie serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: 

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At least 2-3 years working experience in hotel or fine dining restaurants

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Minimum of 1 year as Demi Chef de Partie or equivalent position

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Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred.  

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Knowledgeable of Western and local cuisines to carry out the duties and responsibilities for the position in an efficient and productive manner.  

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Must have a variety of seafood and meat processing techniques.   

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Familiar with a variety of cooked food processing, storing and receiving standards.

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Able to work with and consume all products and ingredients. 

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Able to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner. 

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Work well in stressful situations, remain calm under pressure and able to solve problems. 

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Able to work in a moist, hot and sometimes loud environment. 

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Possess good leadership and training skills. 

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Knowledgeable in HACCP.  

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Working experience in similar capacity with international hotel brands  

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Good command in verbal and written English to meet business needs

What will it be like to work for Hilton? 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!