Chef de Partie

Drnewitt; Paisley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Predictable Hours

Competitive Pay

Permanent Employment

On-site Parking

Public Transport Links

Uniform Provided

Career Progression

Job summary

Drnewitt is recruiting a permanent Chef de Partie for a global leader in airline catering based at Glasgow Airport. In a modern, high-volume kitchen you will prepare and present meal options to international airlines, ensuring adherence to airline specifications and HACCP standards.

The role offers 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, with shifts from early mornings to early evenings and no late finishes. The position includes training, on-site parking and clear opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or in a similar high-volume kitchen.
• Food Safety Level 2 certification or equivalent.
• Reliable, punctual and able to meet strict deadlines.
• Must be able to provide 5-year work/education history and pass a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality hot and cold food per airline specifications and dietary needs.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.
• Assist in managing stock, minimize waste, and rotate ingredients.
• Support line management to maintain clean, safe workstation environments.
• Collaborate with a busy kitchen team to meet flight delivery deadlines.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Line Cook

Senior Commis Chef

Food Safety Level 2

Punctuality

Background Check

Job description

Job Description

Chef de Partie – Airline Catering

Location: Glasgow Airport (PA3)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £14.68 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 5 days out of 7 (Rotational)

• Shift Times: 05:00–13:00 / 07:00–15:00 / 08:00–16:00 / 11:00–19:00

About the Role

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie or ambitious Commis Chef looking for fixed, predictable shifts with no late night finishes?

We are currently recruiting for a permanent Chef de Partie to join a global leader in flight catering, based at Glasgow Airport. Working in a modern, fast-paced culinary unit, you will play a key role in preparing high-quality meals and food presentation for leading international airlines.

This is an excellent opportunity to step away from traditional unsociable hospitality hours while continuing to work with fresh ingredients and high volume standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality hot and cold food in line with airline specifications and dietary requirements.

• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times.

• Assist in managing stock levels, minimizing waste, and ensuring proper rotation of ingredients.

• Support line management in maintaining clean, safe, and organized workstation environments.

• Work collaboratively within a busy kitchen team to ensure all flight delivery deadlines are met consistently.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Line Cook, or Senior Commis Chef in a commercial kitchen, hotel, catering, or high-volume environment.

• Food Safety: Hold a minimum Level 2 Food Safety certification (or equivalent qualification/experience).

• Work Ethic: Reliable, punctual, and able to thrive under strict time deadlines.

• Compliance: As this role is based at Glasgow Airport, candidates must be able to provide a 5-year checkable work/education history and undergo a standard background check (DBS).

Benefits

• Predictable Hours: Earliest finish is 1:00 PM; latest finish is 7:00 PM – no late nights!

• Competitive Pay: £14.68 per hour with weekly pay.

• Permanent Security: Stable, year-round permanent employment with a major aviation catering company.

• On-site parking and accessible public transport links.

• Uniform and safety footwear provided.

• Opportunities for career progression and training.