Chef De Partie

Sodexo; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full training

No unsociable hours

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Career progression

Job summary

Sodexo at Shrewsbury School in Shrewsbury, UK is seeking a Chef De Partie to lead kitchen operations and deliver high-quality meals for around 2200 pupils and staff.

You will work with the head chef to plan menus, supervise junior cooks, ensure food safety, and maintain consistent presentation while managing time and budgets. Shifts are 5 days a week with 7am-3pm or 12pm-8pm, with weekends off.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking on a large scale.
• Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen.
• Prior staff supervision or line management experience.
• Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them.
• Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Produce and present food to the required times and standards.
• Assist the team in prompt preparation and service within budget.
• Plan menus with the head chef and oversee prep, service and cleaning.
• Maintain freshness, flavour and presentation of dishes.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff to foster a productive team culture.
• Manage catering operation costs including labour, food and stock.

Skills

Large-scale cooking

Recipe adherence

Staff supervision

Fresh produce

Health & safety

Leadership

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Chef - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!

Location: Shrewsbury School, The Schools, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 7BA

Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7 (7am-3pm or 12pm-8pm) Weekend on weekend off

Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Chef De Partie for Sodexo, you'll be a representative for Independents by Sodexo and Shrewsbury school, a leading independent school for pupils 13-18 years. We offer a top-class facility serving approximately 2200 pupils and staff 3 meals a day, 7 days per week.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You'll Do:

Produce, as directed, with all aspects of preparation and presentation of the food at the required times and to the Company's standard and ensure that appropriate methods of cooking and presentation are used to maintain the highest standards of production and service.

You'll assist the craft team in delivering the prompt and efficient preparation and service of all meals to the company' standard and client satisfaction within agreed annual budget.

You'll work with the manager and head chef to plan menus, order food and oversee the preparation, presentation, service and cleaning of the unit to the company's and client's standard whilst maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the unit to comply with company procedures

Replenish food and equipment to ensure an efficient and seamless service, ensure freshness, flavour and presentation.

Develop, mentor, and train kitchen staff to foster an inspiring team culture

Manage and optimise all aspects of the catering operation, including labour, food, and stock costs

Complete any administration as requested including food temperatures, cleaning schedules, delivery temperatures, stock takes, allergen information.

Assist in succession planning for the catering craft team, assistants and Kitchen porter

Raise any issues to the Head Chef and Manager in a timely manner

Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors, and students

Lead menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh and exciting

Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations

What You Bring:

Experience cooking on a large scale

Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen

Prior staff supervision or line management experience

Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation

Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them

Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment

Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food

Hold basic food handling certifications, including:

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)

Health & Safety IOSH or equivalent - Desirable

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Full training and protective uniform provided

No unsociable hours and public holidays off-Including Christmas!

Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support

Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits

Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships

Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn't just a job - it's a chance to be part of something bigger. If you're ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.