Hospitality Chef de Partie

Interaction Recruitment are looking for a Chef de Partie to work in a prestigious school in Cambridge, CB2 area. Chef de Partie – School Catering We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our busy and friendly school catering team. Working alongside a team of 6 chefs and 8–10 kitchen assistants , you will help prepare and cook nutritious, high-quality meals for approximately 1,300 pupils each day . This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys working in a structured environment with sociable hours and takes pride in delivering great food for children. Key Responsibilities Prepare ingredients and carry out daily food preparation. Assist with the cooking and service of meals for around 1,200 pupils. Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control. Follow food hygiene, allergen and health & safety procedures at all times. Work efficiently as part of a large, supportive kitchen team. Help with kitchen cleaning and organisation as required. Working Hours Predominantly Monday to Friday Shifts are typically 07:00 – 15.30 or 10:30 – 19:00 40 hours per week 45.8 weeks of the year Your time off is most likely be Christmas, Easter, Half Terms and most of the summer break Overtime is paid over 40h per week, with enhancement of time and halt after 18:00 and Saturdays, however Saturdays may be required only for special school occasions The salary is £28,000 - £Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or similar role within a school catering environment . Excellent food preparation and knife skills . The ability to work calmly and efficiently in a high-volume kitchen. Good knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards. An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one before employment). What We Offer Regular daytime hours with a great work-life balance. A supportive and experienced catering team. A rewarding role helping provide nutritious meals for children every day. The opportunity to work in a professional and well-organised school kitchen. Inhouse training and career progression Pension, discounts for Travel, high street shops, cinema tickets etc If you have experience in school catering, enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, and are looking for a role with excellent weekday hours, we'd love to hear from you.