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 a vibrant campus community.

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