Chef De Partie - Bakery

Job Description

Roles & ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a Chef De Partie - Bakery to support daily bakery production across our multi-brand F&B portfolio.The CDP is responsible for producing high-quality bakery items while supporting the Head Baker, Senior Bakery Sous Chef, and Bakery Sous Chef with section readiness, junior team guidance, product consistency, and production control.This is a hands-on technical role for an experienced baker who can work independently, follow approved recipes and production sheets, and support junior team members during daily operations.The role requires strong bakery fundamentals, consistency, cleanliness, and the ability to work in a structured production environment across site-level bakery and/or CPU operations.Core Scope of the RoleProduce bakery items according to approved recipes and standardsSupport daily production schedules, batch sheets, and section readinessAssist with dough preparation, proofing, baking, cooling, finishing, and storageSupport Bakers / Assistant Bakers and Bakery Assistants during productionMaintain product quality, hygiene, and consistencyMinimise wastage and follow portion and recipe controlsAssist with product trials, launches, and seasonal menu changesKey Responsibilities1. Daily Bakery ProductionPrepare and bake bakery products according to approved recipes and production plansMix, knead, shape, proof, bake, cool, and finish products as requiredProduce breads, buns, rolls, doughs, laminated items, pastries, and other baked goodsFollow correct timings, temperatures, proofing methods, and baking proceduresEnsure products are prepared to the required quality and consistencySupport production for service, retail display, delivery, or dispatch2. Section Readiness & SupportPrepare bakery mise en place for daily productionEnsure ingredients, tools, trays, moulds, mixers, ovens, and equipment are ready for useAssist with section organisation and daily production flowSupport the Bakery Sous Chef or Head Baker with task allocation where requiredHelp maintain clean and efficient working stationsSupport handovers between shifts3. Recipe & Product StandardsFollow approved recipes, specifications, batch sheets, and portion controlsEnsure all products meet required size, weight, shape, colour, texture, and presentation standardsReport ingredient issues, production challenges, or quality concerns to senior team membersSupport product refinement by providing practical feedback during trialsMaintain consistency across repeated production cyclesEnsure finished products are handled, stored, and labelled correctly4. Quality ControlCheck dough development, proofing, bake quality, colour, texture, and finishIdentify defects or inconsistencies and escalate them promptlyEnsure products are not served, displayed, or dispatched if below standardFollow cooling, holding, packing, and storage proceduresSupport shelf-life checks and daily product quality reviewsMaintain high standards of presentation and product handling5. Team Support & TrainingSupport Bakers / Assistant Bakers and Bakery Assistants during productionDemonstrate correct methods, hygiene standards, and equipment useHelp new team members understand section routines and product standardsCommunicate clearly with the bakery, pastry, kitchen, and service teamsMaintain a positive and professional attitudeSupport a disciplined, clean, and standards-led working environment6. Commercial & Waste ControlFollow approved portion controls and production quantitiesMinimise wastage through accurate preparation and careful handlingUse ingredients responsibly and avoid overproductionReport low stock, damaged ingredients, or quality issuesSupport yield control by following correct recipes and production methodsAssist with stock rotation using FIFO principles7. Hygiene, Food Safety & CleanlinessMaintain cleanliness of the bakery section at all timesFollow HACCP, food safety, allergen, and hygiene requirementsEnsure correct storage, labelling, dating, and temperature controlsClean and sanitise workstations, tools, trays, ovens, mixers, and equipmentFollow grooming, uniform, and personal hygiene standardsReport maintenance or safety issues immediatelyWorking Environment & ExpectationsThis role operates within a premium, fast-paced, multi-brand F&B environment.The Chef De Partie must:Be hands-on and technically confidentWork accurately according to recipes and production schedulesMaintain consistency under pressureSupport junior team members where requiredWork early mornings, weekends, holidays, or shifts as requiredFollow direction from senior bakery leadershipMaintain strong hygiene, discipline, and organisationThis is a production-focused role requiring reliability, precision, and strong bakery fundamentals.Desired Candidate ProfileRequired Experience & Profile3?5+ years? bakery experience in hotels, restaurants, caf‚s, bakeries, or production kitchensGood technical knowledge of bread, dough, proofing, baking, and bakery preparationExperience with commercial bakery equipment preferredUnderstanding of food safety, hygiene, allergens, and storage standardsAbility to follow recipes and production sheets accuratelyAbility to support junior team membersGCC experience preferred but not essentialWhat We Are Looking ForA reliable and skilled baker with strong technical abilitySomeone who values consistency, cleanliness, and qualityA team player who can support junior colleaguesGood attention to detailAbility to work at pace without compromising standardsWillingness to grow within a multi-brand bakery platform.

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