Chef de Partie: Craft Fresh Dishes & Lead Your Section

Compass Group UK; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free onsite parking

Staff discounts

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Training and development programmes

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts with major providers

Discounts on groceries

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spend

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Share discounts with friends andfamily

Job summary

Lodestone House, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting an experienced Chef de Partie to join its catering team at Tonbridge School. You will work alongside seasoned chefs to deliver high-quality food and exceptional service to pupils, staff and guests.

We seek a talented CDP who takes pride in fresh ingredients, has strong culinary skills, and thrives in a professional kitchen. DBS check is required for education settings, and you’ll be joining a committed team in a prestigious

Qualifications

• Experienced Chef de Partie with solid background in professional kitchens.
• Pride in using fresh ingredients and delivering high-quality dishes.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP and allergen controls.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy education environment with DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Run your section of the kitchen to a consistently high standard.
• Prepare, cook and present fresh food to required quality and portions.
• Ensure dishes follow recipes and food safety standards.
• Assist with menu development and new ideas.
• Support training and development of junior chefs and assistants.
• Store food correctly and minimize waste.
• Assist with food ordering, deliveries and stock rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness across kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and machinery.
• Follow all health, safety, and allergen procedures.
• Collaborate with the brigade for smooth service.
• Support the team during busy periods and maintain standards.

Skills

Culinary skills

Section leadership

Attention to detail

Food safety/HACCP

Allergen handling

Professional kitchen teamwork

Job description

Lodestone House, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is recruiting an experienced Chef de Partie to join its catering team at Tonbridge School. You will work alongside seasoned chefs to deliver high-quality food and exceptional service to pupils, staff and guests.

We seek a talented CDP who takes pride in fresh ingredients, has strong culinary skills, and thrives in a professional kitchen. DBS check is required for education settings, and you’ll be joining a committed team in a prestigious