Night Chef de Partie — Craft, Precision & Flavor

BaxterStorey UK; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 Days holiday including bank hols

Free onsite parking

Birthday off

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

Enhanced maternity leave (24 weeks)

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie for night shifts at Amazon NCL1 in Gateshead. You will work 20:00–03:30, 35 hours per week, within a contract catering environment. A focus on fresh food, HACCP and food safety is essential, with ownership of your service and station.

The role offers a supportive team, full site training, and opportunities to grow within a respected catering partner. Apply to join a culinary team that values creativity and high standards in night service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in as a Commis Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order

Skills

Fresh food preparation

HACCP

Food safety

Time management

Attention to detail

Passion for flavour

Hot counter presentation

Independent working

Job description

BaxterStorey UK is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie for night shifts at Amazon NCL1 in Gateshead. You will work 20:00–03:30, 35 hours per week, within a contract catering environment. A focus on fresh food, HACCP and food safety is essential, with ownership of your service and station.

The role offers a supportive team, full site training, and opportunities to grow within a respected catering partner. Apply to join a culinary team that values creativity and high standards in night service.