Chef de Partie

Dine Contract Catering; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is looking for an ambitious Chef de Partie to create exceptional food experiences. The role involves preparing high-quality food, ensuring adherence to hygiene standards, and being a vital team player. Ideal candidates must excel in communication and have a safety-first mindset. This full-time position offers a supportive environment focused on development and individuality.

Benefits

Support and development for career progression

Recognition and rewards for employees

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator who builds relationships easily.
• Strives for excellence in an eager manner.
• Takes initiative and makes decisions for customers.
• Passionate about food and service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with food handling and hygiene standards.
• Follow health and safety regulations.

Skills

Brilliant communicator

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent timekeeping

Motivated and eager

Team player

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for DINE on a full‑time basis, contracted to 36 hours per week. As a Chef de Partie, you will be working in a passionate and hard‑working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers in the market‑leading food service company in the UK. In return we offer support and development to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift pattern

• Mon: Mornings
• Tues: Mornings
• Weds: Mornings
• Thurs: Mornings
• Fri: Mornings
• Sat: (no shift)
• Sun: (no shift)

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Representing DINE and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Chef de Partie will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety‑first mindset
• Be passionate about food

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great‑tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That's why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

Our secret ingredient—our people!

If you’ve got what it takes to join some of the food service industry's best and brightest, we want to hear from you. Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today.

Diversity and inclusion

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength.