Chef de Partie — Creative Kitchen Lead with Growth Path

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services

Chepstow

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 29,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Onsite parking

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways & MyLearning

Digital GP & wider healthcare

Travel discounts

Discounts on groceries

Cinema discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness & fitness classes

Friends & family discounts

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team for Defence contracts in the UK. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality food and supporting menu development in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires leadership experience, a valid Food Hygiene certificate, and a flexible approach to working hours to meet busy service periods.

Qualifications

Be passionate about great-tasting food and exceptional customer service.
Hold a City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
Have experience supervising a team.
Have experience in a similar Chef role.
Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
Have a flexible approach to working.

Responsibilities

Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers.
Overseeing and implementing menu changes.
Identifying opportunities to improve our food services.
Listening and acting on customer feedback to consistently improve our food services.
Supporting with the creation of new menus and creative food concepts.
Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.
Monitoring inventories to keep our kitchens well-stocked.
Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards.
Complying with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health and Safety regulations.