Job Title: Chef de Partie
Location: Leatherhead
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Shifts & Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)
Working Weeks: 38 weeks per year, plus holiday pay
Salary: £24,500 - £29,000 per annum DOE
Why Choose Our Client?
Our client, a school based in Leatherhead, is seeking a talented and confident Chef de Partie to join their team. As the new chef, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for a busy lunch service, ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation. With a Monday-to-Friday schedule (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM), this role offers a fantastic work-life balance.
What Will You Be Doing?
As a Chef de Partie, you'll work closely with the on-site Chef Manager to create nutritious and delicious meals for the students. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Assisting the Chef Manager with the preparation and cooking of main meals and snacks.
* Using fresh, seasonal ingredients to prepare meals for a volume of 200+ servings.
* Occasionally providing counter service and operating tills as needed.
* Maintaining a clean, tidy, and organised kitchen, adhering to health and safety standards.
What We're Looking For:
* A skilled chef with experience in preparing high-quality, fresh meals.
* Experience in a high-volume kitchen, preferably within schools or catering.
* Strong organisational skills and a keen attention to detail.
* A team-oriented individual who is passionate about food and service.
Why Join Us?
At our client's nursery, we're dedicated to providing great food-not just typical school meals. Our chefs prepare dishes that students truly enjoy, and we take pride in offering restaurant-quality food in a school setting.
* Enjoy weekends and school holidays off, providing an excellent work-life balance.
* Competitive salary and holiday pay.
* A positive and supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth.
* Be part of a team committed to making a real difference by serving healthy, delicious meals to students.
Apply today and join us in creating something special!
(A tray test will be required for this role.)
Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: 931172 / INDCATERING
Job Role: Chef de Partie
Location: Leatherhead
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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