Chef

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Wellbeing support

Career progression

Apprenticeships

Cycle to work

Job summary

Sodexo at Wellington College is seeking a Chef de Partie to join a busy, professional kitchen. The role offers term-time only working 34 weeks, with 6 days off during school holidays, and a 40-hour week across early/late shifts. You’ll prepare high-quality meals for students and staff, with opportunities to develop culinary skills and work on varied menus.

You’ll join a supportive team in a prestigious independent school, with excellent benefits and training. Apply now to grow with Sodexo.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or similar in a professional catering setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Experience in education/hospitality/high-volume catering.
• Experience supporting or developing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, production and presentation of high-quality food to set standards.
• Cater for special dietary requirements and allergens as needed.
• Ensure replenishment and presentation during service periods.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety in line with regulations.
• Assist with functions, events and special occasions.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and team to deliver outstanding service.
• Contribute ideas for future menus and development.
• Support stock management, ordering and admin duties.
• Build positive relationships with staff, students and stakeholders.
• Report compliments, complaints and issues appropriately.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Attention to detail

Food safety

High-volume catering

Teamwork

Pastry knowledge

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Salary: £14.50 per hour + Excellent Benefits

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only - 34 weeks

Hours: 40 hours per week

Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days (including some weekend working)

Shift Times: Early 6:30am-3:00pm | Late 12:00pm-8:30pm

Enjoy school holiday periods off, including Christmas, Easter and half terms.

Cook Exceptional Food While Enjoying a Better Work-Life Balance

Chef de Partie looking for a role where you can continue developing your culinary skills while enjoying time off during the school holidays?

Join Sodexo at the prestigious

Wellington College, where you'll work alongside talented chefs producing exceptional food for students, staff, VIP guests, conferences, hospitality events and special occasions.

Whether you're preparing high-quality daily dining or supporting hospitality events, you'll play an important role in delivering memorable food experiences in one of the UK's leading independent schools.

If you're looking for a professional kitchen with varied work, career development opportunities and the chance to enjoy Christmas, Easter and school holiday periods away from work, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the preparation, production, and presentation of high-quality food to agreed standards
• Ensure all dishes are prepared with care and attention, including catering for special dietary requirements and allergens
• Support smooth service periods by ensuring food is replenished and presented to a high standard
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness in line with company and statutory requirements
• Assist with catering for functions, events, and special occasions
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver an outstanding catering service
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to future menus and food development
• Support stock management, ordering processes, and kitchen administration when required
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, customers, and school stakeholders
• Report any compliments, complaints, incidents, or areas for improvement appropriately

What You Bring:

• Experience working in a Chef de Partie or similar role within a professional catering environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high standards
• Ability to work effectively in a busy kitchen environment
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations
• Experience preparing fresh food and working with a variety of ingredients
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates
• Experience within an education, hospitality, or high-volume catering environment
• Experience supporting or developing other team members
• Knowledge and experience of pastry
• Experience managing customer or client relationships

What We Offer:

• A supportive and professional culinary environment at a prestigious independent school
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Full training and protective uniform provided
• Access to Sodexo's wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial wellbeing benefits
• Learning opportunities and apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

Sodexo, we believe

everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn't just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something

bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.