Chef de Partie - Crowthorne

Job Details Chef de Partie - CrowthorneChef De Partie - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!Location: Wellington College, Dukes Ride, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7PUSalary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits PackageHours: 40Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days a week (Hours to be discussed in the interview)Are you a passionate Chef De Partie looking to develop your skills in a prestigious education environment? As a Chef de Partie with Sodexo at Wellington College, you'll play an important role in delivering exceptional food experiences for students, staff, and guests.Working alongside the Executive Head Chef and Senior Sous Chefs, you'll support the daily food production, contribute to menu development, and help maintain the highest standards of quality, presentation, and service.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a talented culinary team where you can share your ideas, develop your skills, and make a real impact every day.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:Assist with the preparation, production, and presentation of high-quality food to agreed standardsEnsure all dishes are prepared with care and attention, including catering for special dietary requirements and allergensSupport smooth service periods by ensuring food is replenished and presented to a high standardMaintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness in line with company and statutory requirementsAssist with catering for functions, events, and special occasionsWork collaboratively with the Executive Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver an outstanding catering serviceContribute ideas and suggestions to future menus and food developmentSupport stock management, ordering processes, and kitchen administration when requiredBuild positive relationships with colleagues, customers, and school stakeholdersReport any compliments, complaints, incidents, or areas for improvement appropriatelyWhat You Bring:Essential:Experience working in a Chef de Partie or similar role within a professional catering environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high standardsAbility to work effectively in a busy kitchen environmentGood understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulationsExperience preparing fresh food and working with a variety of ingredientsBasic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificatesDesirable:Experience within an education, hospitality, or high-volume catering environmentExperience supporting or developing other team membersKnowledge and experience of pastryExperience managing customer or client relationshipsWhat We Offer:A supportive and professional culinary environment at a prestigious independent schoolCompetitive salary and benefits packageOpportunities for career progression and developmentFull training and protective uniform providedAccess to Sodexo's wellbeing support and Employee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounts, cashback schemes, and financial wellbeing benefitsLearning opportunities and apprenticeshipsCycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunitiesAt 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!Apply today and help us create a brighter future!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.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.