Chef de Partie – Burger Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to lead the burger station in a high‑volume gourmet kitchen. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting premium burgers while maintaining speed, consistency and quality during service.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the burger section throughout daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook burgers according to recipes, ensuring correct temperatures and doneness.
• Maintain mise en place, stock levels and workstation organization.
• Control portion sizes, seasoning, cooking times and plating standards.
• Coordinate orders to ensure timely service during peak periods.
• Monitor food safety, HACCP procedures and proper storage/rotation of ingredients.
• Support and train Commis chefs and junior team members.
• Assist other kitchen sections when required in busy periods.

Required profile

• 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in high‑volume restaurants or QSR environments.
• Previous role as Chef de Partie or equivalent in a burger‑focused operation.
• Strong knowledge of meat preparation, cooking temperatures and grill techniques.
• Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Good understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.

Required skills

• Grilling
• Burger patty preparation
• Sauce preparation
• Mise en place
• Knife skills
• Food safety (HACCP)