Temporary Jobs in Abingdon, 50 52 wootton road

Job Introduction

Chef De Partie

Rate of Pay : £14-£16  per hour

Working Hours : 40 hours per week

Shift Pattern : 5 out of 7 days (working hours can be flexible)

Contract Type : Term Time Only

Location : Abingdon School, Park Street, Abingdon, OX14 1DE

Candidates in Didcot and Oxfordshire are welcome to apply.

Abingdon School, a prestigious independent institution in Oxfordshire, offers chefs a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a historic educational setting. The school prioritizes high standards in academics and pastoral care, extending this commitment to its dining services. Chefs at Abingdon are essential in promoting students' health and well-being by preparing nutritious, high-quality meals. The school fosters a collaborative and rewarding environment that encourages culinary innovation, addresses diverse dietary needs, and enhances a community-focused atmosphere. The school fosters a collaborative and rewarding environment that encourages culinary innovation, addresses diverse dietary needs, and enhances a community-focused atmosphere.

The Role :

As a Chef de Partie, you will be an integral part of our kitchen brigade, reporting directly to the Head Chef. You will take charge of your section, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. Your culinary expertise will contribute to creating seasonal, balanced menus that cater to a diverse range of dietary requirements.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes in accordance with menus, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Supervise and train junior chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Assist with inventory management and stock ordering, ensuring the efficient use of supplies and maintaining health and safety standards.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring all dishes meet the school’s high culinary standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, adhering to food safety regulations and best practices.

What We’re Looking For :

What we offer :

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families :

Join us and help nourish the future at Abingdon School!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.