Chef de Partie

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Chef de Partie to enhance their kitchen team. You will support and mentor team members, ensuring food preparation meets strict safety regulations. Your passion for food and customer service excellence will elevate the dining experience for our community guests. We offer substantial perks, including free meals, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development. Join us and make a difference in people's lives every day.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working hours

28 holidays, increasing to 31 after two years

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts on leisure and travel

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a kitchen required.
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Capable of maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Support, organise, mentor and train kitchen team.
• Ensure food preparation meets safety regulations.
• Maintain food stocks within budget and quality control.

Skills

Passion for food

Customer service excellence

Team player

Previous kitchen experience

Job description

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Hughenden Gar within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Chef de Partie you will support, organise, mentor and train members of the kitchen team in line with company procedures.

• Ensure food preparation and control meets requirements in respect of COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported
• Support the manager in maintaining, ordering and controlling food stocks within budget
• Maintaining up to date product and menu knowledge, and maintaining a high standard of food preparation and presentation, ensuring portion and quality control
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and of equipment

Working Pattern: 5 Out of 7 Days | 35 Hours Per Week

What can you bring?

• Possess a passion for food
• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Previous experience of working in a kitchen

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!