Chef De Partie

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Warminster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent catering company is seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join their team in Warminster. The role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen, focusing on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and providing excellent service to students and staff. The successful candidate will have opportunities for creativity and skill showcase while adhering to high food standards.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

Wider wallet scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave

Comprehensive training and development programs

Opportunities for career progression

Employee assistance program

Team and social events

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen at CDP or junior sous chef level.
• Good verbal and written English skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce food using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch.
• Ensure food standards are adhered to and wastage is controlled.
• Work well within a team of chefs providing catering services.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Creativity

Job description

Job Title: Chef De Partie

We are seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join our team at our prestigious location in Warminster.

About the School

A co-educational private boarding and day school in Warminster, Wiltshire, catering to pupils aged three to eighteen. The school comprises a Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior School, with just under 1000 students. It offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a focus on hospitality. As a boarding school, it operates 7 days a week with shift patterns of 5 over 7. Some roles may be term-time only, while others are full-year contracts. Free on-site parking is an additional benefit.

Role Overview

You will have previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen at CDP or junior sous chef level. You should be excited to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and regularly changing bespoke menus. Creativity and the opportunity to showcase your skills are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Work well within a team of chefs providing catering services to pupils and teachers.
• Produce food using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch, following brand standards.
• Ensure food standards are adhered to and wastage is controlled.
• Follow all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety policies, and allergen control procedures.

Skills and Attributes

• A genuine interest in food and excellent customer service skills.
• Strong team player with innovation and passion for great food.
• Organised with attention to detail.
• Understanding of food cost and wastage basics.

Knowledge and Competencies

• Good verbal and written English skills.
• Experience in customer service or food preparation environments is preferred.

Benefits

• Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc.).
• Free meals on duty.
• Volunteers leave – up to one day per year.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Recommend a friend bonus.
• Comprehensive training and development programs.
• Established apprenticeship scheme.
• Team and social events.
• Employee assistance program.
• Workplace pension.
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading independent caterer.

About Thomas Franks

Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business committed to excellence, service, and individuality. Our clients and staff are central to our success.

Additional Information

Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS check, identity, and reference checks will be required. We are committed to safeguarding children and ensuring fair treatment of all applicants. Please note, applications for school roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; all convictions must be declared.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups, believing that diversity fosters better results and a richer working environment.