Chef de Partie

Elior Inc; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Bristol is seeking a Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up. You will prepare and present dishes to high standards, assist with menu development, and support kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for food, excellent teamwork skills, and the flexibility to work varying shifts. This role offers competitive benefits, including career development opportunities and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Opportunities for Career Progression

Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Exclusive Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie (CDP) or strong Commis Chef ready to step up.
• Passionate about food and creative, especially in dynamic environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work across varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting dishes to the highest standard.
• Assisting with menu development and daily specials.
• Supporting smooth kitchen operations alongside chefs.
• Training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards.

Skills

Experience as a CDP

Passion for food

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Flexibility to work varying shifts

Job description

Overview

This role sits within our Concessions division, catering for customers at visitor attractions. By continuously developing and keeping ahead of the competition through innovative catering and hospitality offers, our concessions sites aim to make every customer experience memorable. Away from the standard nine to five, these sites offer flexibility and opportunity for hospitality career growth. What you'll be doing...

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting dishes to the highest standard.
• Assisting with menu development and daily specials, especially during the restaurant relaunch.
• Supporting smooth kitchen operations alongside the Sous Chef and Head Chef.
• Helping train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Working pattern: 5 days over 7, rota based, 40 hours per week.

• Experience as a CDP or strong Commis Chef ready to step up.
• A passion for food and a flair for creativity - especially in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work across varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Enthusiasm to be part of a launch and help grow something special from the ground up.

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadium
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

Opportunities

• A chance to work in one of Bristol's most inspiring and unique venues.
• Be part of a major restaurant relaunch and influence its future success.
• Career development and training through Elior's award-winning internal programs.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Competitive salary, company benefits, and employee perks. At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

Benefits

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Savor delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
• Holiday Allowance: Start with 28 days of holiday to relax and recharge, increasing to 31 days after two years of service
• Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme