Chef De Partie

Pembroke College; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University pension

Generous holiday allowance

Free meals on duty

Travel pass

Cyclescheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Pembroke College in Oxford is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join a supportive, professional team delivering exceptional service to students, Fellows, staff and guests.

You will prepare high-quality meals while maintaining kitchen hygiene, supervising staff, and mentoring junior cooks, with opportunities for training and progression. Benefits include a university pension, generous holidays, free meals on duty, travel pass and cyclescheme.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate.
• Willingness to innovate and contribute to menu development.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for students, staff and events, including formal dinners and special occasions.
• Maintain cleanliness, food hygiene and kitchen organisation to high standards.
• Coordinate and supervise kitchen staff during service for smooth operations.
• Update HACCP paperwork and adhere to strict food safety regulations.
• Oversee and mentor junior kitchen team members.

Skills

Teamwork & communication

Food safety

Knife skills

Kitchen experience

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery

Job description

Pembroke College, a vibrant and esteemed academic institution, is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join as a Chef de Partie. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role as part of a supportive and highly professional team focussed on delivering an exceptional service to the College's students, Fellows, staff and guests.

Founded in 1624, Pembroke is an inclusive and forward-looking College in the heart of Oxford, combining award-winning modern developments with historic buildings. The College is committed to excellence in teaching, learning, and professional services, and offers a collegial and supportive working environment.

Why Join Us?

• Culinary Excellence: Play a key role in preparing a diverse range of dishes, from daily meals to special events, ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team, including senior chefs, in a kitchen that values growth, creativity, and teamwork.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills with opportunities for training, development, and mentorship from senior chefs.
• Outstanding Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package, including a University pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, complimentary meals on duty, a travel pass and cycle scheme, and access to the Employee Assistance Programme.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for students, staff, and private events, including formal dinners and special occasions.
• Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and kitchen organisation.
• Coordinate and supervise kitchen staff during service to ensure smooth operations.
• Update HACCP paperwork and adhere to strict food safety regulations.
• Oversee and mentor junior kitchen team members.

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent qualification).
• Experience of working in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary skills, including knife techniques and knowledge of food safety.
• A passion for creating exceptional dishes and a willingness to innovate.
• Effective teamwork and communication abilities.

Benefits include membership of the University staff pension scheme, a travel pass and Cyclescheme loan scheme, and free meals are provided at lunchtime when the College kitchens are open. The College also offers an Employee Assistance Programme to assist the health and wellbeing of its employees.

The post-holder will receive a paid holiday entitlement of 30 days a year