Chef de Partie — Creative Menus and Growth Path

Compass Group PLC; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef de Partie for Defence services in the Swindon area. This full-time role is contracted to 36.25 hours per week, focused on delivering high-quality food and exceptional service.

You will prepare and serve meals, oversee menus, and help drive improvements in food service while maintaining rigorous cleanliness and safety standards. A flexible approach to hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a kitchen team.
• Proven background as Chef de Partie or in a similar Chef role.
• Hold City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent.
• Hold a Food Hygiene certificate.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Experience with menu changes and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Oversee and implement menu changes.
• Identify opportunities to improve food services.
• Act on customer feedback to improve services.
• Assist with creation of new menus and creative concepts.
• Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
• Monitor inventories to keep kitchens well-stocked.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Comply with Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Team supervision

Culinary skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Chef de Partie for Defence services in the Swindon area. This full-time role is contracted to 36.25 hours per week, focused on delivering high-quality food and exceptional service.

You will prepare and serve meals, oversee menus, and help drive improvements in food service while maintaining rigorous cleanliness and safety standards. A flexible approach to hours is essential.