BM Caterers - Chef de Partie

WSH Group; Colthrop; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off annually

Michelin-starred masterclasses

Fully funded development courses (Lv2–

Apprenticeship and career development

Freedom Friday – paid day off to volun

Free lunch on shift

Retail and leisure discounts

Mental Health App access

Enhanced parental leave

Fertility treatment leave

Wedding/commitment day off

Pension and life assurance

Job summary

BM Caterers in Thatcham is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This part-time role runs Monday and Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM, delivering fresh seasonal dishes to a high standard in a collaborative environment.

You’ll prepare and present food, support service, manage stock awareness, follow safety procedures and contribute ideas to menu consistency, while working closely with colleagues to deliver a great customer experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar chef role.
• Passion for fresh food and presentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive and professional approach.
• Strong attention to detail and NVQ, C&G or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting food to a high standard.
• Supporting smooth kitchen service and daily delivery.
• Helping with stock control and cost awareness.
• Following food safety and company procedures.
• Contributing ideas and supporting menu consistency.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team.
• Helping deliver a great customer experience through quality food.

Skills

Experience in a chef role

Fresh food presentation

Communication and teamwork

Positive and professional approach

Attention to detail

NVQ / C&G or equivalent

Job description

Location:GIST Thatcham Salary: £18 - £20 per hour

Contract: Part - Permanent

We are offering a part-time position with working hours on Monday and Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM.

Bring skill, creativity and quality to every service

We’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team and help deliver fresh, seasonal food to a high standard.

This role is ideal for a chef who enjoys quality ingredients, consistent standards and being part of a collaborative team.

Job Description

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing and presenting food to a high standard
• Supporting smooth kitchen service and daily delivery
• Helping with stock control and cost awareness
• Following food safety and company procedures
• Contributing ideas and supporting menu consistency
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team
• Helping deliver a great customer experience through quality food

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar chef role
• Passion for fresh food and presentation
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A positive and professional approach
• Strong attention to detail
• NVQ, C&G or equivalent experience

Additional Information

Why join BM Caterers?

• An annual day off for your birthday
• Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs
• Fully funded development courses from Levels 2 to 7
• Apprenticeship and career development opportunities
• Freedom Friday - a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Free lunch on shift
• Discounts and cashback at a wide range of retail and leisure outlets
• 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App
• Enhanced parental leave
• Paid leave for fertility treatment
• Extra paid day off for your wedding or commitment day
• Pension and life assurance

Ready to join us?

Join us and find your happy career in a happy place.

At BM Caterers, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.