Dakota Hotel based in Glasgow City Centre are seeking a skilled Chef and hard-working individual to join our Kitchen Team in the role of Chef de Partie.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS

The successful applicant will have/be:

• A minimum of 2 years professional cooking experience in a full-service restaurant as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef.
• Have experience and the ability to carry out food preparation of fish and meats.
• Demonstrate a passion for quality food and preparation.
• Be hardworking and a team-player.
• Previous qualifications in Food Safety are preferred, although training in Health & Safety, Allergens, and Food Hygiene standards and procedures will be given.
• Be able to be physically active in your role, standing for much of your shift and working at pace.
• An enthusiastic individual who will promote our culture of positivity.
• Be task oriented with a great pride for the work they do and attention to detail.
• Flexible with shift patterns and available around the needs of our business.
• Successful candidates must demonstrate having researched our brand and a genuine desire to be part of our team.

• Be confident in working a busy service and be able to run at least two different sections within the kitchen.
• Prepare and cook dishes according to the specification as set out by the Head Chef. This pertains to all menus including a la carte, room service, breakfast, bar food, bar snacks, events, and guest amenities.
• Carry out prep work throughout any allocated section of the kitchen with the ability to maintain excellent knife skills.
• Be able to multi-task and work through busy service times.
• Carry out a full clean down of the kitchen and maintain an immaculate working environment.
• Be committed to working wholeheartedly as part of the team, effectively communicating with all members of the kitchen and front of house team.
• A strong understanding and ability to adhere to Health & Safety and Food Hygiene legislation.
• Display a willingness to learn and support across different areas of the Kitchen.