Chef De Partie

Compass Group UK; Brackley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways & MyLearning

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Travel discounts

Job summary

Compass Group UK in Brackley is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join a modern, well-equipped kitchen delivering high-quality food for staff dining and retail catering operations.

You will work in a professional team, ensuring hygiene, stock control, and seasonal menu ideas while maintaining high standards of presentation and service. Shift pattern is 5 over 7, including weekends, with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well under pressure.
• Passion for quality food and professional service.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting fresh, high-quality dishes.
• Supporting retail and staff dining food service.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Assisting with stock control and kitchen organisation.
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Contributing ideas for menus and daily specials where appropriate.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Pressure handling

Quality food

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and dependable Chef de Partie to join our team at a prestigious site in Brackley

Working in a modern, well-equipped kitchen, you will be part of a professional and supportive team delivering high-quality food for staff dining and retail catering operations. The role requires a passion for fresh food, attention to detail, and pride in maintaining high standards of presentation and service.

Idea of shift pattern: 5 over 7 - including weekend

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing and presenting fresh, high-quality dishes
• Supporting retail and staff dining food service
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety
• Assisting with stock control and kitchen organisation
• Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service
• Contributing ideas for menus and daily specials where appropriate

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well under pressure
• Passion for quality food and professional service
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen standards
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Free meals
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!