Chef De Partie

Medirest Signature; Hassocks; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading culinary team as a Chef De Partie at Hurstpierpoint College. You will ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation, while also supervising junior chefs. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, including wellness support and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Financial benefits via Salary Finance

Opportunities for career growth and development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef De Partie in a professional kitchen is essential.
• Strong knowledge of diverse cooking methods and ingredients.
• Ability to supervise and train junior kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present dishes to high culinary standards.
• Supervise and train junior chefs, fostering a positive environment.
• Manage inventory and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Cooking methods

Teamwork

Communication

Food hygiene

Job description

Chef De Partie

Rate of Pay: £14.50 per hour

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days

Contract Type: Permanent-Full Time

Location: Hurstpierpoint College, Hurst Street, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9JS

The Role:

As Chef De Partie for Sodexo at Hurstpierpoint College, 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 diverse dietary requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to menus, maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a positive working environment.
• Assist with inventory management and stock ordering, ensuring efficient use of supplies and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring all dishes meet high culinary standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to food safety regulations.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in a professional kitchen as a Chef De Partie.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures; experience with diverse cuisines is a plus.
• Ability to develop and present innovative dishes catering to various tastes and dietary needs.
• Experience supervising and training junior staff, with excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to food hygiene and safety standards.
• Willingness to adapt to changing menus and dietary requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for cooking and delivering high-quality dining experiences for students, staff, or visitors.

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo offers more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a supportive community. We value our colleagues and provide resources, rewards, and benefits, including:

• Access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related issues.
• A free health and wellbeing app with rewards, virtual GP, and other services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme offering deals and cashback options.
• Financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan for future savings.
• Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away during employment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote eco-friendly commuting.
• Volunteering opportunities within communities.
• Flexible and dynamic working environment.
• Competitive pay, full training, and protective uniform provided.

Join us and help nourish the future at Hurstpierpoint 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. We are the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily through our diverse services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and a forces-friendly employer. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences and encourage involvement in our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Disability, Ability Network, and others.

We are a Disability Confident Leader employer, dedicated to changing attitudes towards disability and providing equal opportunities for disabled individuals.