Twilight Night Chef de Partie: Precision & Flavor

Baxterstorey; 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

3 volunteering days

3 days grandparent leave

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Job summary

Baxterstorey in Gateshead is seeking a Night Chef de Partie to join the team for a Twilight shift. The role focuses on fresh food prep, HACCP compliance, and delivering high-quality dishes during night service.

Offering a structured night and dayshift schedule, competitive hourly pay, and ongoing site training in a contract catering environment. This permanent, full-time position requires reliability and pride in kitchen craft.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working 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 prep

HACCP

Time management

Attention to detail

Food presentation

Independent work

Job description

Baxterstorey in Gateshead is seeking a Night Chef de Partie to join the team for a Twilight shift. The role focuses on fresh food prep, HACCP compliance, and delivering high-quality dishes during night service.

Offering a structured night and dayshift schedule, competitive hourly pay, and ongoing site training in a contract catering environment. This permanent, full-time position requires reliability and pride in kitchen craft.