Chef de Partie – Headstart Recruitment Ltd – Richmond

Working alongside the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen brigade, you will:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality food across a busy catering operation
• Manage your section and maintain consistent standards
• Complete daily mise en place according to business requirements and functions
• Ensure correct food storage, stock rotation and date labelling
• Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness and organisation
• Work confidently across different sections, including larder and sauce
• Support and mentor junior members of the kitchen team
• Follow HACCP, food hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
• Assist with functions, events and larger-volume food production
• Help minimise waste and maintain quality within agreed food costs

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to progress
• Experience within catering, hotels, private members’ clubs, events or high-volume quality kitchens
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and Health & Safety
• Ability to organise and manage your own section
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is desirable
• A reliable and professional approach

£36,500 annual salary

• Paid overtime / time off in lieu
• £600 staff fund paid twice yearly after qualifying period
• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional life leave
• Generous pension scheme with company matching up to 15% after qualifying period
• On-site parking
• Staff referral scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Training and career development opportunities
• Staff events and access to selected leisure activities/facilities
• Death in Service benefit of 4× salary

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