Position: Chef de Partie
Job Type: Full-Time or Part time
Location: Amalfi Blu Italian Restaurant, New Square, West Bromwich
About Amalfi Blu
Amalfi Blu is an Italian restaurant located in New Square, West Bromwich. We offer authentic Italian-inspired dishes prepared with fresh, quality ingredients, including traditional pasta, pizza, meat, fish and seafood dishes.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for their section, maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation, and work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver a consistently excellent dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the preparation, cooking and presentation of dishes within your designated section.
- Prepare and cook dishes according to Amalfi Blu recipes, specifications and presentation standards.
- Ensure all food is prepared consistently and to a high standard.
- Complete daily mise en place and ensure your section is fully prepared before each service.
- Work efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services.
- Maintain correct portion sizes and minimise unnecessary food waste.
- Check the quality, freshness and condition of ingredients before use.
- Assist with stock rotation, deliveries and correct food storage.
- Follow FIFO procedures and ensure products are correctly labelled and dated.
- Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen.
- Follow all food hygiene, allergen, HACCP and health & safety procedures.
- Ensure food is stored, prepared and cooked at the correct temperatures.
- Communicate effectively with other kitchen sections and front-of-house staff.
- Support junior chefs and kitchen assistants when required.
- Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef with the smooth running of kitchen service.
- Report equipment faults, stock shortages or food-quality issues promptly.
- Help maintain food-cost and portion-control standards.
- Carry out reasonable duties requested by the Head Chef or management.
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate will:
- Have previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready to progress.
- Have good knowledge of professional kitchen operations.
- Ideally have experience with Italian or Mediterranean cuisine.
- Be confident working with fresh ingredients and preparing dishes from scratch.
- Have a good understanding of food hygiene, allergens and kitchen safety.
- Be organised and capable of managing their own section.
- Be able to work efficiently and calmly during busy services.
- Have excellent attention to detail and pride in food presentation.
- Be reliable, punctual and professional.
- Be a strong team player with a positive attitude.
- Be available to work evenings, weekends and busy periods as required.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Full-time employment.
- Staff meals while on duty.
- Supportive and professional kitchen environment.
- Opportunity to develop your skills within an established Italian restaurant.
- Opportunities for progression for the right candidate.
Our Expectations
At Amalfi Blu, consistency and quality are essential. Every Chef de Partie is expected to take ownership of their section and ensure every dish leaving the kitchen meets our standards for taste, presentation, portion size, freshness and quality.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, works well as part of a team and wants to contribute to the continued success of Amalfi Blu Italian Restaurant.
Pay: £28,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
