Chef de Partie – Lower Dicker, England

Holroyd Howe; Lower Dicker; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable catering company in Lower Dicker is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. The role offers a competitive salary of £26,660 per year and is structured around 46 paid weeks, allowing for a great work-life balance. Candidates should possess a culinary degree and strong experience in a high-volume kitchen. This position provides an opportunity to develop culinary skills in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Free meals whilst at work

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Pension scheme

28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes.
• Maintain a clean work station adhering to food safety regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and new dish development.

Skills

Strong food preparation and presentation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Creativity in culinary arts

Education

Culinary degree or diploma

Current Food Safety Certification

Job description

Chef de Partie – Lower Dicker, England

Company Description

Job Title: Chef de Partie

Location: Bede’s Senior School
Salary: £26,660 per annum
Contract: 46 Paid Weeks (Term Time + 5.6 Weeks Out of Term Activity + 5.6 Weeks Holiday)
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days
Transport: Own transport required

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of £26,660 per year

• 46 paid weeks per year, offering a great work-life balance

• Work in a supportive team environment within a well-established school

• Alternate weekends – ensuring you maintain a positive work life balance (3weekends per term)

• Enjoy time off during school holidays

• Opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a professional kitchen setting

About the Role

As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of our kitchen team, supporting the preparation and service of high-quality meals for students and staff. You will assist with food preparation, maintain high food hygiene standards, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen

• Strong food preparation and presentation skills

• A good understanding of kitchen health and safety regulations

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards

• Own transport required due to the location

If you’re passionate about food and want to work in a fantastic school setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef to contribute their expertise to our kitchen for 46 weeks per year.

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your speciality section
• Ensure all food is cooked to the required standard and presented in a timely manner
• Maintain a clean and organised work station, adhering to food safety and hygiene regulations
• Assist in menu planning and development of new dishes
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff within your section
• Manage stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed
• Collaborate with other chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the kitchen team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role
• Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution
• Current Food Safety Certification
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary trends
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment and tools
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and lead junior staff
• Creativity and passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items when required
• Specialisation in a particular area of cuisine (e.g., sauces, pastry, fish) is desirable
• Commitment to working 46 weeks per year in Lower Dicker, United Kingdom

Additional Information

There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include:

• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
• Reward & recognition schemes
• People awards to celebrate our employees
• Work/life balance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Prestigious working environments
• Team events scheduled throughout the year
• 28 Holiday days inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary

We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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