Chef de Partie - High-Volume Kitchen, Fresh Food

search; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their in-house catering team. This full-time role offers 45 hours per week with excellent work/life balance in a structured environment. Responsibilities include preparing fresh, nutritious food and supporting kitchen operations for multiple outlets. Candidates should have a catering qualification or relevant experience, food hygiene certification, and strong customer service skills. Benefits include 25 days' annual leave, pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible working options

Free lunch when working across lunchtime

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a similar professional kitchen role.
• Current Food Hygiene Certificate with strong regulatory knowledge.
• Passion for fresh food, sustainability, and healthy menu design.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu preparation and maintain hygiene practices.
• Support daily kitchen operations and play a key role in events.
• Deliver fresh, high-volume catering to high standards.

Skills

Catering qualification or experience in high-volume kitchen

Strong customer service and communication skills

Confident across a range of cuisines and cooking techniques

Excellent understanding of allergens and dietary requirements

Physically fit for manual handling tasks

Job description

A leading education provider in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their in-house catering team. This full-time role offers 45 hours per week with excellent work/life balance in a structured environment. Responsibilities include preparing fresh, nutritious food and supporting kitchen operations for multiple outlets. Candidates should have a catering qualification or relevant experience, food hygiene certification, and strong customer service skills. Benefits include 25 days' annual leave, pension scheme, and more.