Chef De Partie

Sodexo Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Free lunch

Free shuttle from train station to the

Career development opportunities

Increased holiday allowance with long‑

Perks and benefits for colleagues'

Job summary

At Sodexo, you'll join the catering team at the GSK site in Stevenage as a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie. You will manage a designated kitchen section, cook high-quality dishes, and work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef in a busy kitchen serving a varied menu including traditional, bistro-style, street food and a salad bar.

You'll contribute to food safety, portion control, stock management and on-time service, with training and development opportunities and a

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 1–2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Food Safety Level 2–3.
• HACCP, food storage and allergen control.
• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to recipes and agreed standards.
• Take responsibility for your designated kitchen section.
• Ensure preparation is completed ahead of service.
• Ensure dishes are ready for service.
• Assist with stock control and FIFO practices.
• Support with deliveries and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Education

City & Guilds Level 1–2 or NVQ

Food Safety Level 2–3

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Free shuttle service from the train station to site

Free on-site parking

Free lunch

Opportunities for career development

Increased holiday allowance with length of service

At Sodexo, you'll belong in a team where great food, creativity and exceptional service come together. We're looking for a

passionate and experienced Chef de Partie to join our catering team at the GSK site in Stevenage.

You’ll take responsibility for a designated section of the kitchen, preparing and cooking high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, presentation and portion control. You’ll work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef as part of a busy kitchen operation serving

You’ll be part of a team of

four chefs, one Food Service Assistant and two Kitchen Porters, delivering a varied food offer including

traditional and bistro-style meals, street food and a salad bar.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook dishes to recipes and agreed standards
• Take responsibility for your designated kitchen section
• Ensure preparation is completed ahead of service
• Ensure dishes are ready for

8:00am breakfast and 11:30am lunch service

• Maintain high standards of taste, presentation and portion control
• Monitor stock levels within your section and highlight shortages
• Support with receiving and checking deliveries
• Rotate stock using FIFO principles and help minimise food waste
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Prevent cross-contamination and maintain safe food handling practices
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen and work station
• Complete daily temperature records, cleaning schedules and allergen documentation
• Report technical faults, safety concerns and incidents to your line manager
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to support smooth kitchen operations
• Attend mandatory training, daily briefs and weekly team huddles
• Support the wider catering team with reasonable additional duties when required
• Work flexibly to support business needs

What you'll bring

• Culinary qualification such as

City & Guilds Level 1–2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Safety Level 2–3

• Good understanding of

HACCP, food storage and allergen control

• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for food presentation
• Good time management and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen
• Good understanding of portion control, stock rotation and food waste
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Good physical fitness and ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to lift stock, carry trays and undertake repetitive tasks

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platform
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a 24-hour Virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme
• Company pension
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of Food Services, Facilities Management and Workplace Solutions.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and Forces Friendly employer.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Bring your passion for food to GSK Stevenage and become part of a busy corporate catering team serving around

600 lunchtime covers. With a varied food offer and a team focused on delivering high-quality food every day, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills while playing an important role in the kitchen.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.