Chef de Partie - Cambridge

Job Title: Chef de Partie
Contract Type: Permanent full‑time role, including evening work, and alternate weekend shifts on a rota basis
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £31,137 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week covering 5/7 days including weekends

About the Role

Pineapple Recruitment are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join a dynamic and diverse catering team within a prestigious University setting in Cambridge. As a Chef de Partie, you will support food preparation, help maintain high standards, and play a vital role in delivering daily meals and special events. You will work closely with, and report to, the Head Chef and Sous Chefs, assisting with all aspects of the kitchen operation and supervising duties. In addition, you will assume responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chefs.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborative Cooking: Work closely with the kitchen brigade to prepare and cook a wide range of dishes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
• Section Management: Take ownership of specific sections within the kitchen (e.g., grill, sauces, pastry) and ensure that all dishes leaving your section are prepared to the highest standards.
• Menu Development: Actively contribute to the creation and development of new menu items, offering creative input and adapting dishes to cater to various dietary requirements.
• Quality Control: Maintain strict standards of food hygiene, safety, and quality control, ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
• Training & Mentorship: Assist in the training and development of junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and support to help them reach their full potential.
• Stock Management: Participate in the management of kitchen inventory, including the ordering and rotation of stock, to minimize waste and ensure freshness.

About You

They are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Chef de Partie who is passionate about cooking and eager to contribute to a vibrant and busy kitchen environment.

• Experience: Proven experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a high-volume kitchen setting.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent) is essential.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and excellent communication skills. You should be a team player who can also work independently when required.
• Creativity: A passion for food innovation and a keen eye for detail, with the ability to bring fresh and exciting ideas to the menu.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings as required by the rota.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional development:

• 25 days plus bank holidays annual entitlement (pro-rata for Part-time position)
• Extra day's holiday every 2 years, up to a maximum of 30 days holiday in total
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Meal on duty if available (daily allowance)
• Uniform provided when required for the role
• Training and development opportunities
• Medicash health plan (after 3 months of employment)
• Annual bonus scheme (varies and subject to end of year financial results)
• Recruitment incentive (1.5% of the starting salary of your referral)
• Social activities (e.g., end of year celebrations, garden parties, away days, etc.)

If you are a dedicated Chef de Partie looking to make a significant impact in a supportive and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that values creativity, quality, and collaboration.

Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency