Chef De Partie - British Airways Lounges

BaxterStorey UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service is seeking a Chef de Partie for Heathrow Airport. The role involves food preparation, team collaboration, and menu development. Candidates should have experience as a Commis Chef, knowledge of various cooking techniques, and strong communication skills. Offering £14.39 - £15.23 per hour, with free meals, bespoke training, and a supportive environment for culinary growth.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and safety standards.
• Oversee production of dishes and maintain cleanliness.
• Collaborate with head chef on new recipe development.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Job description

Company Description

Title: Chef de Partie - Full-time positions and Flexible working positions (terms apply)

Location: Heathrow Airport

Salary: £14.39 - £15.23 per hour *depending on experience and lounge location

Benefits

• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why we invest in you to develop your professional growth.

As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

• Food Preparation : prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and 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 হৈছে assistant to 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
• Flexible Working Shift Pattern : must be able to cover all shifts required to support operation. Early, middle and late shifts, ranging between lounge operating hours of 04:00 - 22:00, shifts are 8.5 hours each

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in as a Commis Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment dessins
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values