Chef de Partie

Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic is seeking a Chef de Partie for the Senior Catering team at the Blackburn Rovers Academy, Brockhall Village. The role involves day-to-day food preparation, supporting senior chefs and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Flexibility and commitment to standards are essential.

40 hours per week, permanent contract, based in Blackburn with responsibilities to uphold premium club standards in a fast-paced environment. DBS check required; closing date 1 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Passion for producing great food and working in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards.
• Reliable, organised and a great team player.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
• Clear understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety.

Responsibilities

• To manage day-to-day food preparation and duties as directed by Lead/Head Chef.
• Prepare, cook and present food to high standards.
• Support senior chefs with smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards.
• Keep preparation areas clean, organised and well maintained.
• Manage your section during busy service periods.
• Follow recipes, specifications and portion controls.
• Help uphold high standards across the kitchen.

Skills

Passion for great food

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Reliable, organised, team player

Positive attitude to learn

Food hygiene & kitchen safety

Education

Health and Safety Level 2

Food hygiene Level 2

Job description

Job title: Chef de Partie

Department: Senior Catering

Based at: Blackburn Rovers Academy, Brockhall Village, Old Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8BA. Flexibility regarding location is required.

Reports to: Head Chef

Responsible for: N/A

Hours of work: 40 hours per week plus any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties.

Contractual Status: Permanent

Job purpose: To manage the day-to-day food preparation and duties assigned by the Lead or Head Chef, meeting the Club’s standards and quality.

Duties and responsibilities:

• To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all staff and elite players, promoting their well-being whilst maintaining professional boundaries;
• Preparing, cooking and presenting food to a consistently high standard;
• Supporting the senior chefs with the smooth running of the kitchen;
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards;
• Ensuring food preparation areas are clean, organised and well maintained;
• Managing your section effectively during busy service periods;
• Following recipes, specifications and portion controls;
• Helping to maintain high standards across all areas of the kitchen;
• Working as part of a professional kitchen team; and
• Any other duties as reasonably assigned by the Lead or Head Chef when required.

3. Skills required:

• Has a passion for producing great food;
• The ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen;
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards;
• Reliable, organised and a great team player;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop; and
• Holds a good understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety

Knowledge / Experience required:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent;
• Previous experience within an elite sporting environment (desirable);
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety standards;

Qualifications required:

• Health and Safety Level 2 or above
• Food hygiene Level 2 or above

DBS check required: Yes (enhanced)

Due to high-levels of interest, this post may close early so early application is advised, otherwise the closing date for this role is 12 noon on Thursday 1st October 2026.