Chef De Partie

Silverstone; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious motorsport venue is seeking a Chef De Partie to join their dynamic catering team. The role involves delivering high-quality food service during events and ensuring operational excellence across various kitchens. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-volume catering, strong communication skills in English, and a meticulous approach to food and safety standards. Join a vibrant team and make an impact in a world-class environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in diverse catering operations.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong organization skills.
• Pride in delivering high-quality food and service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent food service across various operations.
• Support senior chefs in planning catering services.
• Ensure adherence to food safety policies.

Skills

High volume catering experience

Microsoft Office knowledge

Fluent English communication

Attention to detail

Full clean UK driving license

Level three Food hygiene certificate

Knowledge of HACCP and COSHH

Job description

Chef De Partie

Application Deadline: 29 August 2025

Department: Catering

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Silverstone

Description

We cater for anything from tea and coffee for five to hospitality functions for 1,000, conference and events business and the BRDC clubhouse – 51 weeks per year, seven days a week, delivering over 30,000+ business lunches a year!

Wherever possible, we source local ingredients and cooking in house from scratch. Our team is looking for staff to join our 27 full-time Chefs, Managers, Supervisors and front of house staff, along with our pool of over 40 part-time colleagues who love food and the energy of meticulous preparation in a safe, happy and bustling environment of a world-class venue.

Job Purpose
You will be helping in delivering a high level of consistent service and food offering across a range of operations for the catering department, including high volume race days, conference & events, club house, cafes, restaurants and internal hospitality.

Your qualities will be key in supporting your team and be fundamental to the success of the department. You will need to play an active operational role in delivering the best service, and engaging with the team.

Key Relationships

• Executive Chef & Senior Sous Chef, Sous Chef
• Stores & Production Manager
• Hospitality & Retail Catering Events Team
• Wider catering team and SCL business departments

Key Responsibilities

• Good all-round operational skills within a diverse operation.
• Follow work schedules, specifications and menu production to a high standard.
• Work within the retail, restaurant, hospitality and BRDC kitchen teams as required.
• Support the senior chefs in planning and execute of the retail and hospitality catering services across the venue.
• Ensure you follow the catering department food safety and health & safety policies and processes.
• Work with the stores team on upcoming business demands.
• Assist with menus content and development.

Team Responsibilities

• To support the team with food preparation, cooking and delivery to the agreed standard and menu specifications.
• Ensure there is a positive flow of communication between other catering and SCL departments and service staff.
• To liaise with stores and kitchen teams to ensure safe movement and timely delivery of food around site.
• To operate the kitchen in the absence of the Sous Chef.

Performance Responsibilities
Performance will be monitored against the following:

• Attend weekly and event planning meetings as required.
• Monitor wastage and production levels in line with business.
• Ensure accurate Allergen and food safety information is available for each function
• Ensure all opening & closing procedures are adhered to.
• To ensure your workplace is maintained, clean and tidy.
• Take a proactive approach to your duties and in delivering the operation.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience of working in different styles of operation from high volume catering through to private dining restaurants
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Fluent in written & spoken English with strong communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, organised and efficient
• Pride and excellent attention to detail in your work
• Distinctive, professional and warm personality
• Full clean UK driving license
• Level three Food hygiene certificate
• Working knowledge of HACCP and COSHH
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work, including weekends and some evenings.

Silverstone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all team members and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and DBS checks at the appropriate level will be obtained prior to employment commencing.