Chef de Partie | Fresh, High-Volume Kitchen + Flexible Hours

Sodexo Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Every 3rd weekend off

All bank Holidays off

Flexible working with no late finishes

Staff meals provided

Overtime for summer schools

Sodexo benefits

Job summary

Chef De Partie role at Chetham's School of Music in Manchester is a hands-on cooking position within a Sodexo-run kitchen. You will prepare and present high-quality meals for a diverse student and staff community, maintaining rigorous safety standards and clean, organised work areas.

You will work closely with the Head Chef and Catering Manager, covering 40 hours per week with 5 days across a 7-day pattern. A strong team ethos and commitment to outstanding service are essential.

Qualifications

• :
• Passion for fresh food and high-quality cooking.
• Experience preparing and cooking fresh food from scratch in high-volume environments.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexibility, reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• A calm and professional approach in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present fresh food to a consistently high standard
• Support the delivery of efficient daily food service
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and in line with dietary and allergen requirements
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment
• Complete food safety records, cleaning schedules and stock-related administration
• Replenish food and equipment throughout service periods
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Catering Manager to deliver exceptional standards
• Support school events, functions and hospitality services as required
• Follow all health & safety, food safety and safeguarding procedures
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture
• Report any issues, incidents or concerns promptly
• Assist with other kitchen duties and reasonable management requests as needed

Skills

Cooking from scratch

Food safety & allergen

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Flexibility

Customer service

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

Chef De Partie role at Chetham's School of Music in Manchester is a hands-on cooking position within a Sodexo-run kitchen. You will prepare and present high-quality meals for a diverse student and staff community, maintaining rigorous safety standards and clean, organised work areas.

You will work closely with the Head Chef and Catering Manager, covering 40 hours per week with 5 days across a 7-day pattern. A strong team ethos and commitment to outstanding service are essential.