Chef de Partie

Medirest Signature; Wattisham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is looking for an ambitious Chef de Partie to create exceptional food experiences on a part-time basis. You will work in a passionate team, ensuring high-quality food and maintaining hygiene standards. The role offers opportunities for career progression and celebrates individuality within the workplace.

Benefits

Support and development opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Eager and motivated with a strive for excellence.
• Ability to take initiative and work under pressure.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
• Passionate about producing great-tasting food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Collaborate effectively within the kitchen team.
• Assist with general kitchen tasks as directed.
• Maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Timekeeping

Food preparation

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 35 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 return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

In return we offer support and development to grow within our business alongside a competitive salary.

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Helping with general kitchen tasks as directed
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Commis Chef 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
• Passionate about great-tasting food

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

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!