Chef de Partie

Northern Europe; Bristol; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits app

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Chef de Partie to join our busy Bristol kitchen in BS1 5AR. You will manage a section, cook to high standards and work with the team to deliver excellent dining experiences.

We offer 45 hours per week, a 5-on/2-off rota, and benefits including pension contributions, life assurance, holiday allowance, training and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready for the next step.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety, allergen management and health & safety legislation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and strong team-working abilities.
• Passion for producing high-quality food and excellent customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Managing your own section and ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
• Supporting senior chefs with menu preparation and service delivery.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock rotation and ordering.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, allergen and health & safety regulations.
• Assisting with training and supporting junior kitchen team members.
• Contributing ideas for menu development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong knowledge of food prep

Cooking techniques

Kitchen operations

Food safety & allergen management

Team working

Time management

Job description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join our team at Bristol, BS1 5AR. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef to become part of a busy kitchen team, delivering high-quality food and exceptional dining experiences.

The Role

As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for managing your designated section of the kitchen, ensuring food is prepared, cooked and presented to the highest standards. You will work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver a varied food offering while maintaining exceptional levels of food safety and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard
• Managing your own section and ensuring smooth kitchen operations
• Supporting senior chefs with menu preparation and service delivery
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock rotation and ordering
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, allergen and health & safety regulations
• Assisting with training and supporting junior kitchen team members
• Contributing ideas for menu development and continuous improvement

What's in it for You?

• £13.99 per hour
• 45 hours per week
• Working Monday to Sunday on a 5 days on, 2 days off rota
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP services, an Employee Assistance Programme and hundreds of retail discounts
• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a talented and supportive team

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready for the next step
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Understanding of food safety, allergen management and health & safety legislation
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A positive attitude and strong team-working abilities
• Passion for producing high-quality food and excellent customer experiences

Additional Information

Additional Requirements

Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.