Join our fabulous team at The Fleet Hotel as a Chef de Partie.


The Chef de Partie is an important position working closely with the Head Chef and the Kitchen team.

About Us

The Fleet Hotel is a wonderful boutique style Hotel located in the centre of Dublin on the edge of Temple Bar. It comprises of some beautiful period buildings including the iconic Bewleys Cafe, much loved by Dubliner's for decades. The Fleet Hotel is synonymous with local Dublin history, before becoming the Fleet Hotel, 19/20 Fleet Street was home to Bewley's Cafe which was established by Ernest Bewley in 1905. Bewleys were known to be one of the finest Tea Houses in Europe and a favourite with Dubliner's for generations.

Role/Responsibilities

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION


To contribute to the production of the highest possible food quality in the delegated section at all times, and to co-ordinate and be responsible for staff in the delegated section. All production is carried out in line with appropriate food portion control, the departmental business plan, and Hotel service concepts.


TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


CONTRIBUTE TO THE PRODUCTION OF THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE FOOD QUALITY, AND COORDINATE STAFF IN THE DELEGATED SECTION


Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, insuring proper plate presentation
Prepares sauces, soups and hot entrees; controls the positioning and rotation of foods and ensures proper plate presentation
Assists other chefs with all meal periods in preparation and presentation of menu items.
Sets up for lunch and dinner by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and all reservations.
Adheres to Hotel standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
Orders adequate supplies for own section, and sets up "mis-en-place" for section
Supervises the proper set-up of each item on menus and insures their readiness
Works with Chefs to ensure seasoning, portions, and appearance of food
Stores unused food properly
Ensures that food from own section is delivered on time
Follows proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices
Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last-minute changes to reservations.
Maintains an exact record of preparation, cooking and presentation specifications of all dishes produced in the section in a file which is kept at the section at all times for reference
Confers closely with the Sous Chef and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of his or her position, in order to be ready to fill in whenever required
Co-ordinates job tasks with staff in own section
Helps employees to achieve optimum quality
Knows how to follow applicable laws regarding food safety and sanitation


HEALTH AND SAFETY


Adheres to all health, sanitation and food safety rules and regulations
Reports all potential and real hazards immediately
Fully understands the hotel's fire, emergency, and bomb procedures
Co-ordinates work, and works in a safe manner that does not harm or injure self or others
Anticipates possible and probable hazards and conditions to avoid mishaps
Keeps the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, appropriate uniform, appearance, and conduct

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess at least 1 years' experience in a similar position in a 4* hotel setting

Perks and Benefits of working at The Fleet Hotel

Competitive rate of pay
PRSA pension scheme
Career progression opportunities across the Windward group
Employee Assistance Programme
Digital Wellness Programme
Complimentary, high quality meals on duty including breakfast, lunch & dinner
Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family
Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the Quarter, team recognition days and random treat days

About Windward Management

The Fleet Hotel is managed by Windward Management.


Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio of approx. 2,000 keys* in Ireland and Continental Europe. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitality management company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners


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