Lead Line Cook - Night Shift in Luxury Airline Catering

Do & Co; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift

On-site role

Refer a Friend scheme

Free meals on site

In-house training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

DO&CO is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our luxury airline catering production. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes, supervise a kitchen section, and train junior staff in a high-volume environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of kitchen experience, a culinary diploma, strong food-safety knowledge, and excellent organizational and communication skills. The role is on-site with shift flexibility and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a kitchen environment.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Capability to work safely, efficiently, and neatly.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in accordance with standard recipes and client specifications.
• Oversee a specific section of the kitchen, managing and training junior kitchen staff as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with stock control, ensuring ingredients are fresh and available as required.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards, maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Assist in implementing cost control measures to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving kitchen processes and food quality.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of food products.
• Assist the Sous Chef or Head Chef in day-to-day duties.
• Delegate responsibilities to helpers or other assistants in larger kitchen settings.
• Maintain essential knife skills and a sound knowledge of cooking techniques.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Work under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility in shifts

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent

Job description

DO&CO is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our luxury airline catering production. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes, supervise a kitchen section, and train junior staff in a high-volume environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of kitchen experience, a culinary diploma, strong food-safety knowledge, and excellent organizational and communication skills. The role is on-site with shift flexibility and opportunities for career development.