Chef de Partie - Esher, Surrey

Lexington Catering; Esher; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company in Esher is seeking a Chef de Partie to ensure high standards of food preparation and safety. The role involves supporting food stock management and training kitchen team members. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience, a passion for food, and a commitment to customer excellence. Join a people-first business dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Focus on the front line.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation and control meets requirements.
• Support the manager in maintaining, ordering and controlling food stocks.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Team player

Passion for food

Customer service excellence

Job description

Chef de Partie – Esher, Surrey

We’re a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupil’s ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isn’t simply fuel, it’s critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds. Lexington is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates shortlisted for this role will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including the Children’s Barred List.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation and control meets requirements in respect of COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations, and any incidents are reported.
• Support the manager in maintaining, ordering and controlling food stocks within budget.
• Maintain up-to-date product and menu knowledge, and maintain a high standard of food preparation and presentation, ensuring portion and quality control.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and of equipment.
• Support, organise, mentor and train members of the kitchen team in line with company procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience of working in a kitchen.
• Passion for food.
• Focus on the front line.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Team player.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re a people‑first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission is to enrich lives everywhere, every day. 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. If you don’t meet 100% of the criteria, apply anyway – we hire for potential, not just experience. We celebrate you! At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.