Chef de Partie
Sodexo, Taunton, Somerset
Chef de Partie
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Sodexo, Taunton, Somerset
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 28 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 5ba7fb8d61424122a511196784304fa8
Location ref: Taunton, Somerset
Full Job Description
- Oversee food replenishment and ensure work areas are cleaned, organised and maintained to a high standard.
- Develop, mentor and train kitchen staff to foster a positive and supportive team culture.
- Support the management of the catering operation, helping to monitor and optimise labour, food and stock costs.
- Maintain consistency in food quality and service standards for staff, visitors and students.
- Contribute to menu creation and development to keep offerings fresh, appealing and exciting.
- Conduct regular checks and audits to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
- Comply with all company policies and statutory regulations relating to health and safety, safe working practices, hygiene, cleanliness, fire safety and COSHH. This includes understanding and remaining aware of specific hazards within the workplace.
- Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
Experience cooking on a large scale (100-1300 students) - Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen
- Prior staff supervision or line management experience
- Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
- Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food
- Hold basic food handling certifications, including: + NVQ Level 2 + Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
- At least one year of hands-on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)
- Competitive pay of £13.43 per hour.
- A 44-week working contract.
- Free on-site parking.
- Free meals while on duty.
- Full training and protective uniform provided.
- A Monday-Friday working pattern, with public holidays off, including Christmas.
- Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering legal, financial and personal support.
- Discounts, cashback schemes and financial benefits.
- Career progression, learning opportunities and apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities. At
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/chef-de-partie-127657516