The Kitchen Brigade system

• What is the kitchen brigade?


  A team of people who work in the kitchen, each with a clear role
• What is the role of the executive chef?


  In charge of the kitchen, responsible for menu planning and staff management
• What are some responsibilities of the executive chef?


  Menu planning, food production, ordering food, and managing stock
• What does the sous-chef do?


  Directly in charge of food production and day-to-day kitchen operations
• What is the role of a chef de partie?


  Responsible for a particular section of the menu or area of the kitchen
• What are the different types of chef de partie roles in large establishments?


  • Sauce chef
  • Fish chef
  • Pastry chef
  • Grill chef
  • Roast chef
  • Vegetable chef
  • Soup chef
  • Larder chef
  • Relief chef
• What does a commis chef do?


  Performs easier tasks like checking stock and measuring ingredients
• What is the role of a pastry chef?


  To make breads, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods
• What does a kitchen assistant do?


  Supports a chef de partie by cleaning and preparing food
• What are the expected tasks of a sauce chef, pastry chef, and fish chef?

  • Sauce chef: Prepares sauces and accompaniments
  • Pastry chef: Creates desserts and baked goods
  • Fish chef: Prepares fish dishes and seafood
• What is the role of an apprentice in the kitchen brigade?


  Works alongside a member of the kitchen brigade to gain knowledge and experience
• What does a kitchen porter do?


  Washes up and may do basic vegetable preparation
• What are the responsibilities of a Food and Beverage manager?


  Manages the food and beverage team and oversees reservations and billing
• What does the head housekeeper do?


  Allocates jobs to room attendants and ensures rooms are cleaned correctly
• What is the role of a marketing manager in the hospitality industry?


  Responsible for promoting the business through various channels
• What are the key responsibilities of the head housekeeper?


  • Allocates jobs to room attendants
  • Ensures rooms are cleaned correctly
  • Communicates with reception about room status
• What are the key responsibilities of a marketing manager?


  • Promotes the business
  • Manages the website and social media
  • Attracts new customers and retains existing ones