Chef De Partie

• AGT Food Service Ltd. trading as Oak & Bean, Cloncollog, Tullamore, Offaly, also trading as Salkara, Unit 8, The Village, Stepaside, Dublin D18N231 require a Chef de Partie to join the AGT Food Service team, to perform the following functions:
• Efficiently operate of an assigned kitchen section during preparation and service.
• Prepare, season and cook a varied menu from fresh ingredients, including traditional breakfast and lunch dishes, traditional Indian cuisine and modern Indian dishes.
• Carry out mise en place and section preparation, including meats, vegetables, sauces, marinades, spice blends, breads, doughs and other ingredients as required.
• Ensure consistent standards of taste, quality, portion control and presentation.
• Supervise and instruct Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants within the section and organise preparation tasks during service.
• Coordinate with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and other kitchen sections to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Maintain HACCP, food hygiene, allergen control, temperature control and kitchen health and safety standards.
• Monitor section stock, storage and stock rotation, assist with deliveries and minimize food waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the section and equipment and assist with stock-takes, deep cleaning and menu or daily-special preparation as required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar/culinary role.
• Ability to operate a kitchen section independently during busy service and supervise junior kitchen staff.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook dishes from fresh, raw ingredients to a consistent standard.
• Experience with traditional Indian cooking techniques, including spice preparation, curry bases, tandoor/grill cooking and Indian breads.
• Good knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene, allergen management and kitchen health and safety.
• Experience with food storage, stock rotation and maintaining appropriate ingredient levels.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a professional kitchen brigade and communicate clearly with colleagues.