Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie – Campus Services (Hospitality & Catering)

Full Time | Grade 4 | 36 Hours per Week (Rota)

Are you a passionate Chef de Partie looking for a dynamic kitchen environment where quality, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything you do? Join the culinary team at our client based within birmingham and help deliver exceptional food experiences across all their venues.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated chef to support our hospitality kitchens, delivering high-quality food across a variety of outlets including cafés, restaurants, bars, takeaways, and event catering services.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love producing food to the highest standards — we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of our hospitality kitchens. You’ll work closely with Senior Chefs to prepare, produce, and present food to outstanding standards while maintaining food safety, stock control, and operational efficiency.

You’ll be part of a professional culinary team delivering food services for dailt customers and events.

This role offers variety, responsibility, and opportunities to contribute ideas to improve service, menus, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations

• Prepare, cook, and present food to the highest quality standards

• Support Senior Chefs to deliver consistent and professional food service

• Ensure all dishes are ready for service on time and presented correctly

• Maintain clean, safe, and hygienic working environments

• Monitor food quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction

• Minimise waste through effective stock rotation and portion control

• Assist with recipe development and service improvements

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow food safety legislation, HACCP procedures, and allergen controls

• Maintain high personal hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations

• Identify and report hazards or equipment issues promptly

Stock & Administration

• Assist with ordering supplies and managing deliveries

• Support stock control processes and monthly stock checks

• Maintain accurate records and follow financial procedures

• Support electronic ordering and inventory systems

Team Support & Supervision

• Help oversee food service areas and maintain service standards

• Support staff training and day-to-day team management

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and professional working environment

• Allocate duties and monitor performance where required

What We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Food Preparation (or equivalent City & Guilds qualification)

• Level 3 Food Safety Certificate

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, COSHH, and food safety legislation

• Experience working in a professional food preparation environment

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

• Ability to solve problems and work independently or as part of a team

• Good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills

• Strong communication skills and professional presentation

Desirable

• Knowledge of fire safety procedures

• Experience in large-scale catering or hospitality operations