Lead Chef de Partie — Fast-Paced High-Volume Kitchen

SSP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

SSP is seeking a hands-on Chef de Partie for our Leeds kitchen, to lead by example, uphold the highest culinary standards and support the Kitchen Manager with recruitment and team development.

You will thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring deadlines are met and hygiene records are maintained. Shifts run 2am–10pm, with flexible coverage across weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar high-volume kitchen role.
• Must be 18+ to perform certain tasks or shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administration for kitchen deadlines including records (food hygiene, stocktakes, wastage, cleanliness).
• Support the Manager in recruitment, induction and retention of the Kitchen Team.
• Maintain high culinary standards and deliver excellence in every dish; lead by example and stay positive.
• Handle shifts effectively as a hands-on chef, remaining calm under pressure.
• Shift times are 2am to 10pm with flexibility across weekdays, weekends, bank and public holidays.

Skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Team motivation

Job description

SSP is seeking a hands-on Chef de Partie for our Leeds kitchen, to lead by example, uphold the highest culinary standards and support the Kitchen Manager with recruitment and team development.

You will thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring deadlines are met and hygiene records are maintained. Shifts run 2am–10pm, with flexible coverage across weekdays, weekends and holidays.