Senior Chef de Partie - Three Rivers

Eastlands Venue Services Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Assurance

Birthday Day Off

Complimentary Meals on Shift

Employee Assistance Programme & Well‑n

Company Pension Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Eastlands Venue Services Ltd is recruiting a Senior Chef de Partie for Medlock Square, a vibrant year‑round destination near Manchester. You will work with a dynamic culinary team to ensure high standards across multiple concepts in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen.

You will lead a section, support junior staff, and uphold strict food safety and hygiene practices while contributing to menu development and consistent service quality in Manchester.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and service standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Execution: Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a high standard, own your section during service.
• Service & Preparation: Complete mise en place to a high standard and keep section ready for service.
• Team Leadership & Development: Support and guide junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Operational Standards: Maintain food safety, hygiene, stock control and waste management.
• Collaboration & Improvement: Work with kitchen and front-of-house teams to improve service delivery.

Skills

Senior Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie

Fast-paced environment

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Job description

Description

Department: Culinary

Location: Medlock Square

Medlock Square marks a bold new chapter in the evolution of the Etihad Campus — a vibrant, year‑round destination for culture, leisure and entertainment, set alongside two global icons: the Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City Football Club, and the landmark Co‑op Live arena. Named after the River Medlock that runs beneath the site, the development celebrates Manchester’s industrial heritage while shaping its next era of city‑defining experiences. Manchester is known worldwide for its sport, music and entertainment — and Medlock Square will build on that legacy, creating a landmark home for exceptional shared moments and elevating the city’s position as one of Europe’s most dynamic, fast‑growing destinations.

About The Role

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will work with other chefs to ensure quality of service, and to help drive performance standards in the kitchen. This is a great chance to be part of a growing and dynamic culinary team, working within a range of new and high-quality culinary concepts!

You Will Be Responsible For

Culinary Execution

Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard, taking full ownership of your section during service. Ensure quality, consistency, and presentation are maintained at all times, while delivering dishes efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Service & Preparation

Complete all mise en place to a high standard and ensure your section is fully set up and ready for service. Maintain strong organisation and cleanliness throughout shifts, supporting a smooth and efficient service flow across the kitchen.

Team Leadership & Development

Support and guide Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants, contributing to a positive, well‑organised, and high‑performing kitchen culture. As a Senior CDP, assist Sous Chefs in overseeing sections and supporting overall team performance.

Operational Standards

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety in line with company policies and procedures. Support stock control, rotation, and waste management, while ensuring all equipment is used safely and properly maintained.

Collaboration & Improvement

Work closely with the wider kitchen and front‑of‑house teams to ensure seamless service. Support menu consistency and the implementation of new dishes, while contributing ideas to improve quality, efficiency, and overall service delivery.

Essential

• Experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations and service standards
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices

Desirable

• Experience in premium, high‑volume, or multi‑outlet kitchens
• Exposure to modern British, Pan‑Asian, or seasonal produce‑led cooking
• Experience supporting junior team members or leading a section

Why Join Us?

• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) – including Virtual GP access and rewards
• Group Life Assurance – 4x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary
• Birthday Day Off – an extra day to celebrate
• Complimentary Meals on Shift – breakfast, lunch, fruit and hot drinks
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Platform – including counselling support
• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance – plus bank holidays
• Career Development Opportunities – with progression across the campus

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