Chef de Partie — Elevate Your Craft & Create Signature Dishes

WSH Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Apprenticeships

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Gravesend is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to our head chef's standards, learn from experienced professionals, and benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities.

We support an inclusive environment, promote work-life balance, and value teamwork and quality. If you are motivated to grow your culinary skills and contribute to a high‑performing kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working 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.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Works according to BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

Skills

Commis Chef

Culinary techniques

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Company values

Job description

BaxterStorey in Gravesend is seeking a passionate Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook dishes to our head chef's standards, learn from experienced professionals, and benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities.

We support an inclusive environment, promote work-life balance, and value teamwork and quality. If you are motivated to grow your culinary skills and contribute to a high‑performing kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.