Chef de Partie

Accent Catering Services Ltd; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking on site

Career development opportunities

Multiple Discounts on Accent Engage

HIT apprenticeships

Team events

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Company sick pay

Work life balance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Accent Catering Services Ltd is recruiting a Chef de Partie for our school site in Chertsey. You will join a dedicated team delivering nutritious, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment. The role is a 3-month fixed-term contract with potential extension, offering 40 hours per week from 6:30am to 3:00pm.

We value craft, teamwork and exceptional service. You will work under the Chef Manager, contribute to a safe kitchen, and benefit from staff perks including free meals, parking and career

Qualifications

• A background in high-volume cooking and a solid knowledge of baking.
• High standards of cleanliness, consistently maintaining a tidy, organised workspace.
• Good communication skills at all levels.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Flexibility and a strong team-focused approach.
• Be passionate about food with excellent culinary skills and a great eye for detail.
• A comprehensive understanding of food safety, health and safety and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Support culinary operations and maintain high-quality food preparation.
• Work under the Chef Manager on site to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Manage workload and potentially overtime as required.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Patisserie

Baking

Cleanliness

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Allergen management

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

None

Job description

People are at the heart of everything we do,, and we are looking for a talented Chef de Partie with fantastic craft skills and previous patisserie experience, to help us create an outstanding food offer at our independent school site in Chertsey. This role is initially offered as a 3 month fixed-term contract, but may be extended depending on the operational need.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact through food. We play an important role in students' learning and wellbeing by providing nutritious, delicious meals that encourage healthier lifestyles and positive food experiences every day.

Reporting into the Chef Manager on site, the Chef de Partie is responsible for supporting the culinary operations within the school, ensuring high-quality food preparation and customer satisfaction through exceptional food service.

Our company has a passion for food quality and people development, so this is a great place for you to progress a career in the food industry while maintaining a genuine work-life balance. If you're looking for a supportive employer that values its people and offers a great working environment,

Excellent craft skills and the ability to manage your own workload

• A background in high-volume cooking and a solid knowledge of baking
• High standards of cleanliness, consistently maintaining a tidy, organised workspace
• Good communication skills at all levels
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to build strong relationships
• Flexibility and a strong team-focused approach
• Be passionate about food with excellent culinary skills and a great eye for detail
• A comprehensive understanding of food safety, health and safety and allergen management

The ideal candidate will also have the flexibility to work overtime as required.

Accent Catering Services Ltd are one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing innovative food service solutions to a variety of schools and businesses.

We are a talented team of professionals who create bespoke catering provisions tailored to each contract - no two are the same. As an independently owned company, you'll never be just another number to us. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in recognising every's individual contribution.

Accent Catering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Please note that an enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role.

Accent Catering has regularly been recognised in The Caterer's prestigious awards as one of the best places to work in hospitality.

Are you looking for a rewarding Chef de Partie role that offers career development, creativity, and a genuine work/life balance?

Chef de Partie - Chertsey KT16

£16.41 per hour

40 hours per week Monday to Friday 6.30am - 3pm, Fixed-term contract for 3 months, Competitive salaries with yearly reviews

• Free meals on duty
• Free parking on site
• Career development opportunities
• Multiple Discounts on our Accent Engage platform - shops, restaurants, gifts, leisure and more!
• HIT apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Team events, awards and competitions throughout the year - we like to reward our staff for a job well done!
• Pension scheme, life insurance and company sick pay
• Work life balance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial support

What you will bring: