Chef de partie

Chef de partie Job Profile and Description

The chef de partie, is charged with the duty of running a specific section of the kitchen in a restaurant. In restaurants with large kitchens, the chef may have two or more people working under them. In smaller kitchens however, the chef de partie works independently. A chef de partie is also referred to as a station chef or line cook.

Duties and Responsibilities

The chef de partie’s job duties and responsibilities are:

• Assists and supports the head chef in food preparation
• Prepares the starters as well as the vegetables
• Coordinates banqueting events
• Provides support to the restaurants sales and marketing team
• Is involved in the training of lower cadre staff
• Helps with menu planning
• Oversees breakfast preparation and service
• Oversees special events preparations and service
• Oversees food preparation, cooking and presentation in the restaurant
• Enforces safety, health and hygiene standards in the kitchen
• Troubleshoots any problems that may arise in the kitchen
• Ensures that food goes to the customers in a timely manner
• Manages and supervises the commis chefs that work under them (if applicable)

Skills and Specifications

A chef de partie is required to have particular skills and knowledge that will enable them perform their duties effectively and efficiently. A chef de partie’s job skills and specifications include:

• Must have a love and passion for food
• Good management and organizations skills
• The ability to work under pressure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to identify and solve problems
• The ability to work in work environments that are openly diverse
• The ability to work without help and in a team
• Superior customer service skills

Education and Qualifications

A degree or diploma is restaurant management and/or food and beverage management is adequate for any individual wishing to serve in this position. A minimum of one year as a line cook in a high volume restaurant is required.