Job Title: Senior Chef de Partie
Location: Cambridge
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £32,104 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days, including evenings and weekends.
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Chef de Partie to join a dynamic and diverse catering team within a prestigious University setting in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-standard environment where creativity and professionalism are valued.
The role:
As Senior Chef de Partie, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Deputy Head Chef to deliver consistently high-quality food for a variety of services including daily meals, formal dining, and conference events. You’ll play a key role in mentoring junior staff, maintaining kitchen standards, and contributing to an innovative and customer-focused dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes across multiple service formats
- Support and train junior kitchen staff
- Deputise for senior chefs during absences
- Maintain food safety standards and comply with HACCP procedures
- Monitor budgets and minimise food waste
- Provide accurate allergen information and brief service staff accordingly
- Conduct health and safety checks and report necessary actions
- Assist with daily ordering and stock management
- Engage with guests and staff in a professional and courteous manner
Essential Skills & Attributes:
- Strong culinary skills and ability to cater for diverse functions
- Excellent time management and organisational abilities
- Friendly and effective communicator
- Thorough understanding of food presentation and temperature control
- Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
- Positive attitude and flexibility to support colleagues when needed
- Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations
Qualifications & Experience:
- City & Guilds 706, NVQ Level 2 & 3 (or equivalent), or currently working towards
- Previous experience in a similar professional kitchen environment
- Previous experience or background in fine dining
- High personal standards in punctuality, presentation, and attendance
If you’re ready to bring your culinary expertise to a vibrant and rewarding setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!
Pineapple Recruitment is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and is acting as a Recruitment Agency
Location Cambridge, United Kingdom
Salary £32104 - £32104 Per Annum
Job Reference REF2491
Posted on Posted on 28 October 2025
Category Education