Chef de Partie: Lead a High-Impact Kitchen Station

Baxterstorey; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank holiday

Birthday leave

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

Maternity leave (24 weeks enhanced)

Pension and life insurance

Free meals on shift

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Job summary

BaxterStorey is seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join our Barrow-in-Furness culinary team. You will oversee food production and service in one outlet, ensuring high standards of preparation and presentation under the guidance of the head and sous chefs.

Responsibilities include managing your station, maintaining quality and safety, and supporting menu development while mentoring junior staff. We value inclusivity, development, and teamwork across our multi-site operation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie, or in a similar culinary role.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Up-to-date food hygiene certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings and weekends.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when necessary.
• Passion for culinary excellence and commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards set by the head chef and sous chef.
• Manage your designated station, overseeing the production of all assigned dishes.
• Maintain high-quality standards for all dishes, ensuring excellent presentation and taste.
• Collaborate effectively with all kitchen team members, providing support where necessary.
• Contribute to menu development by suggesting improvements and innovations.
• Uphold strict food safety and sanitation practices at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of your designated area and equipment.
• Assist in stock rotation and inventory management within your section.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff as required.
• Adapt to a flexible working pattern to support kitchen operations, We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Skills

Proven experience as Chef De Partie

Culinary diploma

Food hygiene certification

Cooking techniques and cuisines

Food safety and sanitation

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Communication and teamwork

Flexible shifts

Stamina to stand

Continuous learning

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification

Job description

BaxterStorey is seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join our Barrow-in-Furness culinary team. You will oversee food production and service in one outlet, ensuring high standards of preparation and presentation under the guidance of the head and sous chefs.

Responsibilities include managing your station, maintaining quality and safety, and supporting menu development while mentoring junior staff. We value inclusivity, development, and teamwork across our multi-site operation.