Chef de Partie

Restaurant Associates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a passionate Chef De Partie for a prestigious contract with a tech company in London. This role involves preparing and cooking food to the highest standards, ensuring compliance with hygiene regulations, and contributing to a dynamic kitchen environment. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and strong communication skills to work effectively within the team.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness classes

Share discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie.
• Demonstrates Compass values and client attributes.
• Knowledge of industry trends and training utilization.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking sufficient food to meet customer demand while minimizing waste.
• Ensuring food quality, taste, and presentation meet standards.
• Following the directions of senior kitchen staff and coordinating efforts of junior members.

Skills

Culinary skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

We're Food+. We're a global team of skilled culinarians, managers, food service operators and subject matter experts crafting food experiences that fuel big ideas at one of the world's major tech companies!

The food and experiences we provide make a significant impact - we help fuel the teams creating world-changing technologies. We're passionate about supporting the long-term success of everyone we feed, and we love what we do.

Food+ by Compass, part of Restaurant Associates (part of Compass Group UK&I), is looking for a passionate Chef De Partie for a high-profile contract with a tech company near Kings Cross Station, London.

You will work with the Head Chef & Sous Chefs to assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food to the highest standards in a clean, tidy, safe, and pleasant environment. You will also assist in the smooth running of the kitchen under the guidance of senior team members, ensuring outstanding food experiences. Additionally, you will support your team to ensure compliance with Compass processes, health and safety, and food hygiene regulations, aligning with company expectations.

We reward your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

Schedule:

8 hours per day, Monday to Friday

The key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking sufficient food to meet customer demand while minimizing waste
• Having knowledge about the food prepared to advise customers and participating in daily menu briefings
• Providing excellent service at all times
• Managing a specific station within the kitchen effectively
• Following the directions of senior kitchen staff and coordinating efforts of junior members
• Ensuring food quality, taste, and presentation meet standards
• Maintaining cleanliness and attractiveness of the kitchen and service areas during operations
• Complying with legal and company requirements for fire safety, health, safety, and hygiene
• Using equipment and resources responsibly and correctly
• Carrying out food preparation in accordance with hygiene procedures
• Engaging in innovative thinking and teamwork

Key skills required:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Chef de Partie
• Demonstrates Compass values and client attributes
• Knowledge of industry trends and training utilization
• Strong communication skills, confident in engaging with all levels within the business