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Chef De Partie
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Summary
Chef De Partie
Based at Manchester Airport
Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)
£15.73 per hour
Why MAG?
For airports, for partners, for people. We are CAVU.
Formed from the union of MAGO, MAG USA and our network of direct-to-consumer brands - who together drive market leading passenger spend for airports across the world - we have combined our resources to address evolving passenger needs today and exceed them as we move forward into tomorrow.
From our revenue accelerating single platform technology, Propel, through to our world class hospitality venues including Hangar, 1903 and Escape Lounges - our solutions make travel more seamless and enjoyable for passengers and more profitable for our clients and partners.
Our name is taken from the aviation, meteorology term, ‘Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited’, which designates the perfect flying condition.
More than just a name, CAVU is our mindset. It represents all that we stand for. Our proud aviation heritage, our drive to push boundaries, and the very essence of what we do: creating seamless, enjoyable travel experiences for airport passengers.
Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are CAVU
The role
To prepare, cook and deliver food in accordance with the agreed menu and Lounge Operating Procedures.
- Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing and cooking all varieties of foods.
- Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
- To work with the Commis Chef and Senior Chef as appropriate to prepare foods to be cooked. Some of the preparation procedures are, but not limited to, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding.
- To ensure the food offering is presented to a high standard. Maintain the food offering ensuring presentation meets operating standards
- Maintain stock levels, receive delivery of supplies, ensure stored correctly, rotate and maintain.
- To assist with stock counts and compete the appropriate documentation.
- To complete required stock checks including temperature checks as per the required schedule and complete the appropriate documentation.
- Assist with clearing and organising the kitchen ensuring a high standard of hygiene. Ensure floors are swept, mopped or vacuumed and ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitised and stored correctly.
- Dispose of waste, including recycling, in the appropriate manner and if required to remove it to the designated location.
- Assist in one to one training of new staff, including subcontracted supplier staff, in order to uphold the high level of presentation, hospitality and service.
- To work flexibly to the rota
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What will make you successful in the role?
- NVQ Level 2 Commis Chef or C&G Food production or equivalent is desirable
- A background in hospitality and service sectors, with a proven track record of high end delivery.
- Undertaken a similar role or working as a Commis Chef and ready for the next step.
- Demonstrates advanced skills and techniques in food production.
- Knowledge on how to handle and store product to maintain quality and in line with food safety legislation.
- Able to demonstrate a wide range of food preparation, knife and cooking skills and technique to produce quality dishes in line with business requirements.
- A team player with an absolute first class approach to customer service, know how to brief and coach and team to deliver high quality dishes and menu items.
- Understands the principles of profit and loss and recognise how to support the overall financial performance of the business through operating efficiently to reduce wastage and deliver profit margins.
- Understands the principles of supply chain management, sustainable procurement and working practices in the kitchen.
- Computer literate on mainstream PC applications including Microsoft office.
- Experience of working on own initiative, capable of building solid and beneficial relationships both internally and externally.
Please note flexibility will be required with shifts as early shifts can start as early as 3.00am and late shifts can finish as late as 10.30pm. Our units are open 7 days a week
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Benefits:
As a MAG employee you will have access to some great benefits including:
- Free on-site parking whilst on duty
- Free Airport parking when you go on holiday (subject to availability and pre-booking)
- Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings
- 24hour Employee Assistance Programme
- MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution
- Discounts on public transport to work
- Discounts on MAG products such as Airport Hospitality Lounges and holiday parking at our Airports
- On-site discounts and heavily discounted staff shop
- Fantastic career development opportunities – We are the UK’s largest Airport Operator!
- Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge
How do I apply?
Please submit your up-to date CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the role criteria.
Advert will close once sufficient applications are received
Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments
We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.
Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.
At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.
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