CHEF DE PARTIE

TieTalent; Crawley; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline catering company is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their high-volume kitchen operation at Gatwick Airport. In this role, you will prepare dishes to exact specifications, manage a section, and ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen. Ideal candidates should have at least a year of experience, preferably in airline catering, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Free meals and drinks will be provided during shifts.

Benefits

Free meals and drinks on shift

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Chef de Partie experience across multiple sections.
• Experience in airline catering or high-volume production is preferred.
• Fluent English and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes from seasonal menus in line with airline specifications.
• Manage your own section and support production assistants.
• Maintain HACCP and food safety standards at all times.

Skills

Time Management

Communication

Job description

Chef de Partie

Crawley

AVTAV Ltd is recruiting on behalf of our client - a leading airline catering company supplying premium in-flight meals to major international carriers. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional, high-volume kitchen operation that directly supports Gatwick Airport.

You'll be preparing and delivering dishes to exact specifications, running your own section, and helping maintain the smooth running of a 24/7 kitchen team - all while producing meals served at 30,000 feet.

Role Details

• Pay: £16.37 per hour

• Location: Crawley

• Rota: 4 on / 2 off

• Shifts: Will include weekends

• Start Times: Between 05:00 - 09:00 (AM) and from 13:00 (PM)

• Perks: Free meals and drinks on shift

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes from seasonal menus in line with airline specifications

• Manage your own section and support production assistants

• Maintain HACCP and food safety standards at all times

• Work to tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment

• Support Head and Sous Chefs with daily kitchen operations

• Record food temperatures and ensure compliance is met

• Deliver consistency in taste, presentation, and quality

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Chef de Partie experience across multiple sections

• Experience in airline catering or high-volume production (preferred)

• Good communication and strong time-management skills

• Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

• Able to handle all meats and alcohol

• Flexible and reliable - kitchen operates 24/7

• Fluent English and the ability to work independently or in a team

*Security Checks

As this role is connected to a major UK airport, applicants must be willing for AVTAV to complete the following checks in line with Aviation Security Regulations:

• 5-year employment history check

• UK criminal record check

• International criminal record check (if applicable - over 6 months abroad)

• Aviation security training (provided free of charge by AVTAV)

?? Apply now to start your journey.

TITL1_UKTJ