Chef De Partie

Interaction Recruitment Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Gym access

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Chef de Partie in Oxford for a temporary-to-permanent role within a prestigious educational establishment. You will cook across breakfast, lunch and dinner, work in sauces, pastry and larder, and contribute to high-volume service with a focus on quality and presentation.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£14.76–£16.15 DOE) and benefits including free meals on duty, on-site parking and gym access, with progression opportunities as the contract moves

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a busy professional kitchen.
• Experience across multiple kitchen sections (sauces, pastry, larder).
• Level 2 Food Safety or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
• Work across different kitchen sections (sauces, pastry and larder).
• Prepare a variety of dishes including meat, fish, vegetarian options, starters and desserts.
• Assist with catering for formal dinners, conferences, buffets and events.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Multi-section kitchen

Food safety Level 2

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

Chef de Partie - Oxford - Temp to Perm!

Location: Oxford
Salary: £14.76 - £16.15 per hour, DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7
Benefits: Free meals on duty, on-site parking and gym access

About the Role

Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join a well-established and prestigious educational establishment based in Oxford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Chef de Partie who enjoys working in a busy, professional kitchen and takes pride in producing high-quality food.

You will be joining a friendly and experienced catering team, preparing a wide variety of dishes for daily dining services, formal dinners, special events and conferences.

If you are a skilled chef looking for a permanent position with excellent benefits and the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
• Work across different kitchen sections, including sauces, pastry and larder.
• Prepare a variety of dishes, including meat, fish, vegetarian options, starters and desserts.
• Assist with catering for formal dinners, conferences, buffets and special events.
• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, allergen awareness and health and safety standards.
• Monitor food storage, stock rotation and temperature controls.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Take responsibility for your own section and occasionally oversee kitchen operations independently.
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient working environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a busy professional kitchen.
• Experience working across multiple kitchen sections, particularly sauces, pastry and larder.
• Relevant catering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent professional experience).
• Level 2 Food Safety qualification or equivalent.
• Ability to prepare a wide range of dishes to a high standard.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, allergens and kitchen safety.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence working under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• A positive attitude and genuine passion for cooking.

Experience within a large hotel, restaurant or similar high-volume catering environment would be particularly advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

As well as joining a professional and welcoming kitchen team, you will receive:

• Competitive salary of £30,695 - £33,585 depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, with some leave allocated during Christmas and Easter closures.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free meals when available during working shifts.
• Free access to on-site gym facilities.
• Season ticket loan scheme.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a varied catering env