Chef de Partie
27 days ago
Tunbridge Wells
Boarding- Chef de Partie Package: £ 18,321 GBP per annum Working Pattern: 30 hours per week, 4 days a week • weekend included Location: Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 4AX Were a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupils ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isnt simply fuel, its critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds. Lexington is committed to safeguarding childrenand colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be requiredto have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, includingChildren's Barred List. What youll be doing As a Chef de Partie you will support, organise, mentor and train members of the kitchen team in line with company procedures. Ensure food preparation and control meets requirements in respect of COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported Support the manager in maintaining, ordering and controlling food stocks within budget Maintaining up to date product and menu knowledge, and maintaining a high standard of food preparation and presentation, ensuring portion and quality control Ensuring high standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and of equipment What can you bring? Possess a passion for food Focused on the front line Genuine interest in customer service excellence Team player Previous experience of working in a kitchen Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks! At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. Thats why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Heres whats waiting for you: Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work! Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar. Leave for lifes important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected. Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about. Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career. Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks. Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance. Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel! One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage. Why Youll Love Working Here Were a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK , serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day. And heres the best part - 87% of our team say theyre proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where youre listened to, trusted, supported, and valued. Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If youre passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you! We Celebrate You! At Elior, diversity and inclusion arent just policies, theyre who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and were dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - were happy to help! Ready to join us? Hit Apply Now and lets chat! TPBN1_UKCT