Chef De Partie - Westminster School

Chartwells Independent; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent seeks a talented Chef De Partie for Westminster School. You will prepare high-quality meals, maintain food safety standards, and enhance the dining experience. Join a prestigious independent school and enjoy opportunities for career growth within a leading catering service.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Strong background as a Chef De Partie.
• Knowledge of hygiene and health safety standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook, and present food to required standards.
• Maintain health, safety, and food safety standards.
• Enhance the company's reputation for excellent food and service.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Customer focus

Job description

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family
• Working 5 out of 7 days

Chef De Partie – Westminster School

Opportunity at a Prestigious Independent School

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is a leading provider of catering and support services to UK independent schools. You will contribute to high-quality education by delivering outstanding food and service to pupils and staff, preparing fresh, healthy, and enjoyable meals daily.

We seek a talented and experienced Chef De Partie to join our team at this esteemed Westminster-based school. You will support our culinary offerings and work alongside an experienced team, with opportunities for growth and development within our business, complemented by a competitive salary.

More about the role:

1. Plan, prepare, cook, and present food to the standards required by the company and client
2. Enhance the company's reputation for excellent food and service
3. Maintain health, safety, and food safety standards in line with company policies
4. Be customer-focused, approachable, and proactive in exceeding customer expectations
5. Ensure all food is cooked, presented, and served to company standards
6. Act as a positive ambassador for the business
7. Demonstrate commitment to company values in all aspects of your role

Who you are:

1. Passionate about cooking high-quality, fresh food
2. Strong background as a Chef De Partie
3. Motivated team player with excellent culinary skills
4. Creative with knowledge of current food trends
5. Knowledgeable about hygiene, health, safety standards
6. Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
8. Immaculate personal presentation, outgoing, and customer-focused

Please note: This role is contracted for 42 weeks per year.

About Us

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across around 6,000 venues. Join us to advance your career with industry leaders, enjoy competitive pay, great perks, and unparalleled learning and development opportunities at one of the UK's largest businesses.

Job Reference: com/1905/40453001/52720467/R/SU #Independent

Compass Group UK & Ireland is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and has equal opportunities to succeed. We value diversity and aim to create a culture of respect, empowerment, and growth for all team members.