Chef De Partie - Bath

Holroyd Howe; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking a committed Chef de Partie for its kitchen team in Bath. The role involves food preparation, maintaining high standards, and collaborating with the team. Candidates must have proven experience as a Chef de Partie and knowledge of food safety practices. This position requires flexibility to work during term time, including breakfasts, weekends, and evenings. Benefits include bespoke training, pension, and well-being support.

Benefits

Volunteering days

Enhanced maternity leave

Discounts on high street brands

Free meals while at work

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role is essential.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to standards set by head/sous chef.
• Oversee production of dishes assigned to your station.
• Maintain high quality standards for all dishes.

Skills

Food preparation

Knowledge of cooking techniques

Food safety and hygiene practices

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Royal High School - Bath. You'll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events. You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. This role is mostly term time with 4 weeks work for summer school. This is a boarding school so breakfasts, weekends and evenings (06:30 - 19:30) would be part of your normal work pattern so you must be flexible within these times.

Fresh thinking New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation - prepare and cook dishes according to the standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management - oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control - maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration - communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development - collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance - maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order, Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in as a Chef de Partie or similar role is essential
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the Holroyd Howe core values

Benefits

• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels