Night Chef de Partie: Craft, Precision & Flavor Leadership

WSH Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28Days holiday including bank holidays

Free Onsite Parking

Plus your birthday off

24 week’s enhanced maternity leave

Secondary carerleave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Bespoke training and development_opps

Apprenticeships opportunities for all

Pension and life insurance

Discounts available on our Perkboxapp;

Access to employee assistanceprogramme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Gateshead is seeking a Night Chef de Partie to lead night service with creativity, precision and pride. You will contribute to a dynamic kitchen, uphold HACCP standards and manage your station efficiently.

The role offers a structured night and day shift schedule, full training, and opportunities to develop culinary skills within a respected contract catering environment. Applicants should be passionate about high-quality food and teamwork.

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 in Gateshead is seeking a Night Chef de Partie to lead night service with creativity, precision and pride. You will contribute to a dynamic kitchen, uphold HACCP standards and manage your station efficiently.

The role offers a structured night and day shift schedule, full training, and opportunities to develop culinary skills within a respected contract catering environment. Applicants should be passionate about high-quality food and teamwork.