Chef de Partie

Sodexo; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Chef de Partie at Twyford School to prep and cook fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff. You’ll join a collaborative kitchen team delivering breakfast, lunch and supper services for around 500 meals daily.

This role expects a passion for high-quality food, strong hands-on cooking skills and the ability to work efficiently across service periods. DBS clearance is required, with a view to future development in school catering leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar professional kitchen role is essential.
• Experience in a school or contract catering or fine dining setting would be advantageous.
• A passion for cooking, a positive attitude, and genuine enthusiasm for producing high‑quality food as part of a professional kitchen team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage your section confidently and maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• The ability to work well under pressure while upholding excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and attention to detail.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or above), with a strong understanding of allergen management and safe kitchen practices.
• An Enhanced DBS clearance will be completed for this role.
• A proactive and reliable approach, with a willingness to learn, develop your skills further, and contribute creative ideas to menus and service.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes, ensuring every meal is delivered to an excellent standard and served on time at the correct temperature.
• Support the Head Chef and wider kitchen team in delivering breakfast, lunch and supper services, helping cater for approximately 500 meals throughout the day.
• Work a designated breakfast, mid or supper shift, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen across all service periods.
• Support day-to-day food preparation and service, ensuring meals are ready on time during busy periods.
• Receive and check deliveries, store ingredients correctly, and follow stock rotation procedures, including first-in, first-out, to ensure freshness and minimise waste.
• Maintain exceptional standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety in line with company policies and legal requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to create a positive, supportive kitchen environment that contributes to a great experience for students and staff.
• Assist with school events, themed days and special functions when required, which may occasionally take place outside normal working hours.
• Provide a friendly, professional and approachable service, supporting the school community with high standards of catering.
• Follow portion control guidelines and help minimise food waste, contributing to a cost-effective and sustainable catering operation.
• Bring forward ideas for menu improvements, service enhancements and ways to elevate the overall dining experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

• Job Title: Chef De Partie

• Location: Twyford School, Twyford, Winchester SO21 1NW

• Rate of Pay: £15.85 per hour**

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days (Flexible shifts)

• Contract: 52 weeks Contract

• Driving License Required

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Job Introduction:

Do you have a passion for cooking and delivering high-quality dishes? Join Sodexo as a Chef de Partie at Twyford School, where you’ll play a key role in preparing fresh, nutritious meals for students and staff throughout the day. Working as part of a collaborative kitchen team, you’ll help deliver breakfast, lunch and supper services, catering for approximately 500 meals across the day. Twyford School is looking for young, ambitious individual that would like to move into management in the long run within 2-3 years contributing to a kitchen that values creativity, care and bringing people together through exceptional food.

What You'll Do:

• Take responsibility for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes, ensuring every meal is delivered to an excellent standard and served on time at the correct temperature.

• Support the Head Chef and wider kitchen team in delivering breakfast, lunch and supper services, helping cater for approximately 500 meals throughout the day.

• Work a designated breakfast, mid or supper shift, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen across all service periods.

• Support day-to-day food preparation and service, ensuring meals are ready on time during busy periods.

• Receive and check deliveries, store ingredients correctly, and follow stock rotation procedures, including first-in, first-out, to ensure freshness and minimise waste.

• Maintain exceptional standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety in line with company policies and legal requirements.

• Work collaboratively with the catering team to create a positive, supportive kitchen environment that contributes to a great experience for students and staff.

• Assist with school events, themed days and special functions when required, which may occasionally take place outside normal working hours.

• Provide a friendly, professional and approachable service, supporting the school community with high standards of catering.

• Follow portion control guidelines and help minimise food waste, contributing to a cost-effective and sustainable catering operation.

• Bring forward ideas for menu improvements, service enhancements and ways to elevate the overall dining experience.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar professional kitchen role is essential.
• Experience in a school or contract catering or fine dinning setting would be advantageous.
• A passion for cooking, a positive attitude, and genuine enthusiasm for producing high‑quality food as part of a professional kitchen team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage your section confidently and maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• The ability to work well under pressure while upholding excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and attention to detail.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or above), with a strong understanding of allergen management and safe kitchen practices.
• An Enhanced DBS clearance will be completed for this role.
• A proactive and reliable approach, with a willingness to learn, develop your skills further, and contribute creative ideas to menus and service.

What We Offer:

Working with Sodexo isn’t just another job but a chance to be part of something that matters. Here, you’re welcomed for who you are, encouraged to bring your ideas and purpose to the table, and given the opportunity to make a real difference in the work you do every day. You’ll also find the support, flexibility, and room you need to grow in a way that feels right for you.

With over 20 Sodexo benefits to choose from, you’ll have access to a competitive retirement plan, discounts at 1,900+ retail brands, great gym offers, and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for emotional, legal, and financial support.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.