Chef De Partie - Milton Keynes

Holroyd Howe; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking a committed Chef de Partie to join the team at Swanbourne House School in Milton Keynes. You will support daily kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and contribute to menu planning while being part of a passionate culinary team. This role offers a flexible work approach and various benefits including enhanced maternity leave and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

3 volunteering days

Enhanced maternity leave

Training & development opportunities

Pension and life insurance

Discounts via Perkbox App

Free meals while at work

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in contract catering.
• Passionate about food quality and presentation.
• Strong food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure food safety and allergens are controlled.
• Contribute to menu planning and manage mise en place.

Skills

Teamwork and communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility and proactive approach

Passion for fresh, seasonal food

Job description

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Swanbourne House School. You'll support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in the delivery of daily meals and special events.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Motivate the team to deliver high standards of food and service
• Ensure food safety and allergen controls are consistently met
• Contribute to innovative menu planning
• Manage mise en place and ensure smooth, timely service
• Support events and functions alongside school life

Fresh thinking: New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideally, you will have experience as a Chef de Partie within a contract catering environment, preferably in independent education or a high-profile business and industry setting.
• Passionate about fresh, seasonal food and creative presentation
• Strong attention to detail and high food safety standards
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• A flexible and proactive approach to work

You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Benefits

• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training & development opportunities
• Pension & life insurance
• Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals while at work
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels