Chef De Partie | Term Time Only

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Ascot; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent catering company seeks a Chef De Partie for its Ascot location. The role involves preparing fresh, seasonal dishes while maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety. The position offers a term-time-only contract with various benefits, including free meals and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Wider wallet scheme

Free meals on duty

Volunteers leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Training and development opportunities

Established apprenticeship programme

Team and social events

Employee assistance programme

Workplace pension

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience at CDP or junior sous chef level.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with chefs to provide catering services.
• Prepare food using fresh ingredients and maintain standards.
• Follow food hygiene and safety policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Food Preparation

Creativity

English

Job description

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £23,500 per annum

Hours: 40 per week

An independent day and boarding preparatory school for boys aged 6–13 in Ascot, catering for approximately 300 students and teachers daily. We offer breakfast, AM snack, lunch, PM snack, supper, and match teas. The location hosts various hospitality events throughout the year.This is a term-time-only contract, operating Monday to Sunday, with a 5-day work pattern per week. The site benefits from free on-site parking.

We are seeking a talented Chef De Partie to join our team at our prestigious Ascot location.

You should have previous experience working in a fast-paced kitchen at CDP or junior sous chef level. You will be excited to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and regularly changing bespoke menus, showcasing your creativity and skillset.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate effectively with a team of chefs to provide catering services to pupils and teachers.
• Prepare food using fresh ingredients, cooking from scratch, and adhering to the company's brand standards.
• Maintain food standards and control wastage.
• Follow all Food Hygiene, Health & Safety policies, and allergen control procedures.

Required skills:

• A genuine interest in food and excellent customer service skills.
• Strong team player with innovation and passion for quality food.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Understanding of food cost and wastage basics.
• Proficiency in verbal and written English.
• Experience in customer service or food preparation environments is preferred.

Benefits include:

• Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, etc.)
• Free meals on duty
• Volunteers leave – up to one day per year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recommend a friend bonus
• Training and development opportunities
• Established apprenticeship programme
• Team and social events
• Employee assistance programme
• Workplace pension
• Career progression within a leading independent caterer

About us

Thomas Franks is a founder-led, fresh food catering business committed to excellence, service, individuality, passion, and style. Our clients and staff are central to our success.

Disclaimer

Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK. An enhanced DBS, identity, and reference checks will be conducted. We adhere to the DBS Code of Practice, are committed to safeguarding children, and comply with all relevant legislation regarding criminal records disclosures.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and aim to foster a culture of growth and inclusion, particularly from under-represented groups, believing that diversity enhances results and workplace quality.