Chef de Partie: Lead Kitchen & Menu Costing

Aramark Ltd; Kettering; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Food Services in Kettering, Northamptonshire is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen brigade. The role focuses on delivering high standards of food, hygiene, and kitchen management across all sections onsite.

You will assist with menu planning, costings, and supplier orders while ensuring HACCP compliance and safe food handling. Previous kitchen experience and strong cost control skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and customers at all levels.
• Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage food costings and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen brigade and support the Head Chef in leadership and management of the kitchen.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, service and presentation (HACCP & Health & Safety).Assist with menu planning and menu costings to achieve budgeted gross profit margins.
• Coordinate food orders with approved suppliers and ensure compliance with purchasing policy.
• Ensure daily completion of Food Safety/Quality records and sign deliveries with Chef Manager/Catering Manager.
• Lead the team to deliver high standards of food for clients and coordinate with staff and client communications.
• Review and sign off on weekly kitchen hazard lists and maintain safe working environment.
• Support stock takes and maintain accurate inventory records.

Skills

Initiative

Team player

Personal hygiene

Professional manner

Task management

Communication

Follow instructions

Food cost control

Kitchen budgeting

Kitchen experience 1-2 years

Industrial catering experience

HACCP documentation

COSHH awareness

Menu planning

Education

Relevant culinary qualification

Job description

Aramark Food Services in Kettering, Northamptonshire is seeking a Chef de Partie to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen brigade. The role focuses on delivering high standards of food, hygiene, and kitchen management across all sections onsite.

You will assist with menu planning, costings, and supplier orders while ensuring HACCP compliance and safe food handling. Previous kitchen experience and strong cost control skills are essential.