Chef De Partie

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering service in Abingdon is seeking a passionate Chef De Partie to join their team. This full-time position involves preparing high-quality dishes using fresh, home-grown produce across two on-site kitchens. Ideal candidates will have experience in a professional kitchen and a full UK driving licence. The role offers stable hours and the opportunity to work with sustainable ingredients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is essential (CDP or strong Commis level).
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.
• Strong work ethic and a genuine passion for quality food.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes using home-grown and locally sourced ingredients.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Contributing to menu ideas with fresh, seasonal produce.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Reliability

Passion for quality food

Job description

Manpower Recruitment have teamed up with an established company in the Abingdon area and are looking for an experienced Chef De Partie.

The role is a full time, permanent role working 42.5hrs per week between the hours 7am-4pm.

The expectations are full flexibility, so please be expected to work weekends when required.

A full UK driving licence will be needed, due to location and some parts of the role would be to drive the company van.

The role is paying £28,600-£32000pa (depending on experience)

We are looking for a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie (or an experienced Commis Chef) to join our catering team, working across two on-site kitchens that pride themselves on quality, seasonality, and sustainability.

This is a permanent full-time position, offering stable hours and the opportunity to work with fresh, home-grown produce straight from our estate.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes using home-grown and locally sourced ingredients
• Working across two unique kitchens on the site, supporting daily service and prep
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and presentation
• Contributing to menu ideas with fresh, seasonal produce
• Supporting kitchen organisation, stock control, and waste management

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is essential (CDP or strong Commis level)
• A full UK driving licence - essential due to working across two kitchens
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a genuine passion for quality food
• Knowledge of or interest in seasonal cooking and home-grown produce

If interested, please get in touch with a Manpower Representative.