Chef de Partie

Sodexo; Buckler's Park; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Buckler's Park is seeking a Chef De Partie to lead food preparation. You will ensure high food standards and create seasonal menus while managing a kitchen section. The ideal candidate has experience cooking for large groups, excellent attention to detail, and relevant hygiene certifications. This role offers competitive pay, full training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Full training and protective uniform

No unsociable hours

Mental health and wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the service industry.
• Desirable experience managing client relationships.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the preparation and presentation of food.
• Comply with statutory and company requirements.
• Promote friendly working relationships with colleagues.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Experience cooking on a large scale (100-1300 students)

Ability to follow recipes

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving skills

Education

Basic Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Certificates

Job description

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Chef De Partie for Sodexo, you'll 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.

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 replenishing food supplies 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 friendly working relationships with colleagues.
8. Provide excellent customer service to promote a positive company image.
9. Assist with setting up, presenting, and executing catering functions.
10. Perform occasional duties outside normal routines within the scope of the position, including assisting with paperwork like stock ordering and contributing ideas for future menus.
11. Support at special functions, which may occur outside normal hours, paid as overtime.

Requirements:

• Experience cooking on a large scale (100-1300 students).
• Ability to follow recipes in a professional kitchen.
• Experience in a similar role within the service industry.
• Attention to detail and adherence to standards.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Certificates.

Desirable:

• Experience managing client relationships.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Working knowledge of pastry.

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS and past employer checks.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Full training and protective uniform.
• No unsociable hours, with public holidays off, including Christmas.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits.
• Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities.

At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn't just a job—it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!