Chef de Partie

Sodexo; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef De Partie to join their team at Wellington College. The role involves managing food preparation, ensuring high standards, and contributing to menu development. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certifications, with a focus on customer service and teamwork.

Benefits

Access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Financial benefits via Salary Finance

Retirement Plan membership

Death in Service benefit

Opportunities for professional growth

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the service industry.
• Attention to detail and adherence to standards.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and presentation to standards.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Support the Executive Head Chef with stock ordering.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

Leadership

Client relationship management

Working knowledge of Pastry

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certification

Health and Safety Certification

Job description

Contract Type: Full Time - 34 weeks Contract

The Role:

As Chef De Partie for Sodexo at Wellington College, Dukes Ride, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7PU, you will be an integral part of our kitchen team, reporting directly to the Head Chef. You will take charge of your section, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. Your culinary expertise will contribute to creating seasonal, balanced menus that cater to a diverse range of dietary requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in all aspects of the preparation of daily food production and presentation of food to the notified standard.
2. Prepare all food with due care and attention, particularly regarding customers’ special dietary requirements, such as dairy or wheat allergies.
3. Assist with the replenishment of food to ensure continuous service.
4. Comply with statutory and company requirements.
5. Assist with hygienic cleaning of the kitchen to meet all Health and Safety regulations.
6. Implement cleaning schedules to maintain standards.
7. Promote a friendly working relationship with colleagues.
8. Provide excellent customer service to promote a positive company image.
9. Assist with setting up, presentation, and execution of catering functions.
10. Perform occasional duties outside routine tasks within the scope of the position.
11. Support the Executive Head Chef and Senior Sous Chefs with paperwork, including stock ordering, and contribute ideas for future menus.
12. Assist at special functions, some outside normal hours, with overtime paid accordingly.
13. Report and address customer feedback and incidents appropriately.
14. Attend meetings and training courses as required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level.
• Attention to detail and adherence to standards.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Certifications.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Working knowledge of Pastry.

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo offers more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you, acts with purpose, and allows you to thrive in your own way. We provide resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families, including:

• Access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related issues.
• Health and wellbeing app with rewards, virtual GP, and other services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme and cashback prepayment card.
• Financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan membership.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible, dynamic work environment.
• Competitive pay, full training, and protective uniform.

Join us and help nourish the future at Wellington College!

**Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).**

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone, building a better life for all. As a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily through our services in On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer, a forces-friendly employer, and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. We support various Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, and others. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer, dedicated to changing attitudes towards disability and ensuring disabled people have opportunities to fulfill their aspirations. Click here to learn more about our inclusive culture.