Chef de Partie — Mentoring, Fine Dining & Career Growth

Northern Europe; Inverness; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Excellent training and development

Apprenticeship schemes available

Career progression opportunities

Employee Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark UK in Inverness is seeking a Chef to join our professional catering operation, delivering high-quality meals and upholding food safety standards.

You will work with a skilled culinary team, train and mentor colleagues, follow recipes, manage stock and kitchen records, and contribute to a busy, customer-focused service.

This role offers 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with one weekend in four and clear opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1, NVQ Level 2, or equivalent).
• Trained to Chef de Partie level.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive and flexible approach to work.
• Passion for food and delivering high-quality dishes.
• Confidence to work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Innovative mindset and willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
• Supporting fine dining and hospitality events.
• Training and mentoring new team members.
• Following recipe cards and specifications to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintaining kitchen records and due diligence documentation.
• Assisting with stock checks, stock control, and food ordering.
• Supporting deep cleaning schedules and maintaining excellent kitchen standards, Working collaboratively with the wider catering team to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures are followed at all times.

Skills

Chef de Partie level

Strong communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Passion for food

Confidence in busy kitchen

Innovative mindset

Education

NVQ Level 1

NVQ Level 2

Culinary qualification

Job description

Aramark UK in Inverness is seeking a Chef to join our professional catering operation, delivering high-quality meals and upholding food safety standards.

You will work with a skilled culinary team, train and mentor colleagues, follow recipes, manage stock and kitchen records, and contribute to a busy, customer-focused service.

This role offers 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with one weekend in four and clear opportunities for development.