Chef de Partie

at  Royal Shakespeare Company

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT CRAFTING CULINARY MASTERPIECES WITH LOCALLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS? DO YOU THRIVE IN A COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENT, INSPIRING TEAMWORK TO ACHIEVE CULINARY EXCELLENCE? SAY GOODBYE TO LATE NIGHTS WITH OUR 9AM TO 7PM SHIFTS!

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Chef de Partie to lead sections in the RSC kitchens, creating exceptional dishes for our Cafes, Bars, Rooftop Restaurant, and staff dining room.
At the RSC, we take pride in our cuisine. Working closely with local suppliers, we craft dishes that leave a lasting impression on our guests. Innovation is our forte, constantly seeking fresh ideas to amaze and delight our patrons.

What’s in it for you:

• Working hours 9am until 7pm with no breakfast or evening dinner service, or split shifts
• Permanent contract and guaranteed hourswith consecutive days off
• Full training and personal development
• RSC benefits package including 25 days holiday
• Share of the TRONC
• Complimentary theatre tickets
• Reduced working hours on Sundays

Your responsibilities will include:

• Create and shape our menus to reflect seasonal changes
• Prepare, cook and present dishes using raw ingredients during every service
• Manage, train, nurture and mentor any junior or commis chefs working with you
• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop new dishes and menus, assisting with menu changes and food tastings
• Monitoring portions and waste to maintain agreed profit margins
• Leading a section during service in a safe, clean, and professional manner
• Managing stock and deliveries
• Adhering to Health and Safety guidelines and food standards

To be successful in this role you must:

• Have experience of prepping raw materials and leading a section during busy service times
• Be aware of all HACCP and Health and Safety measures within a kitchen environment
• The ability to follow instructions precisely and consistently
• Have up to date food hygiene certificates and be trained to at least Level 1
• Have great leadership and people management skills
• Be an excellent communicator

We are proud to produce all our food in-house in Stratford-upon-Avon so you can use your skills to create delicious meals within a unique theatre environment.
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Stratford-upon-Avon. You will be working 48 hours per week, five days out of seven. This will include some evening and weekend work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Create and shape our menus to reflect seasonal changes
• Prepare, cook and present dishes using raw ingredients during every service
• Manage, train, nurture and mentor any junior or commis chefs working with you
• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop new dishes and menus, assisting with menu changes and food tastings
• Monitoring portions and waste to maintain agreed profit margins
• Leading a section during service in a safe, clean, and professional manner
• Managing stock and deliveries
• Adhering to Health and Safety guidelines and food standard

To be successful in this role you must:

• Have experience of prepping raw materials and leading a section during busy service times
• Be aware of all HACCP and Health and Safety measures within a kitchen environment
• The ability to follow instructions precisely and consistently
• Have up to date food hygiene certificates and be trained to at least Level 1
• Have great leadership and people management skills
• Be an excellent communicato