Chef De Partie - Glastonbury

Compass Group; Glastonbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the catering industry seeks a passionate Chef De Partie for an Independent School. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality dishes, manage kitchen sections, and ensure health and safety standards. Join a supportive team that values your culinary expertise and provides a comprehensive benefits package, fostering career development opportunities in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Free meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Free onsite parking

Exclusive travel discounts

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Experienced Chef De Partie with a strong background and culinary expertise.
• Passionate about cooking high-quality, fresh food.
• Well-versed in hygiene, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to high standards.
• Managing section, training commis chefs, and complying with safety standards.
• Maintaining cleanliness of kitchens and surrounding areas.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team player

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Experience as Chef De Partie

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Free meals
• Free onsite parking
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family
• Working 5 out of 7 days

We are looking for a Chef De Partie to join our Independent School

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to high standards within your section, adhering to food safety procedures
• Complying with all health & safety standards, including food information regulations and safety checks
• Managing your section to meet required standards
• Training and supervising commis chefs or kitchen assistants in your section
• Properly storing and recovering food to minimize waste
• Assisting with food orders and receiving deliveries
• Maintaining cleanliness of kitchens and surrounding areas
• Ensuring proper use of machinery and equipment
• Performing additional tasks to support food service

Who you are:

• Passionate about cooking high-quality, fresh food
• Experienced Chef De Partie with a strong background
• Motivated team player and good motivator
• Excellent culinary skills with attention to detail
• Creative, knowledgeable about current food trends
• Well-versed in hygiene, health, and safety standards
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Well-presented, outgoing, and customer-focused

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across around 6,000 venues. Join us to develop your career with the industry leader, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unrivalled learning and development opportunities at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2705/62084001/52740926/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities for career advancement. We celebrate diverse talents, backgrounds, and beliefs, aiming to create a workplace where all colleagues feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential.