Chef de Partie
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 - £14 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Taunton, TA1 3LA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 2 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job TitleChef de Partie x 2 positions
Location Kings College Taunton, Kings College, South Road, Taunton, TA1 3LA
Rate of Pay £14.00 per hour
Hours: 40 Hours per week
Working Pattern5 days out of 7
Shift Pattern6.15am – 2.15pm and 11.45am – 7.45pm
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Job Introduction:
Do you have a passion for cooking and delivering high‑quality dishes? Join Sodexo as a Chef de Partie at Kings College Taunton. Kings College is a Prestigious College situated in a beautiful rural campus that’s still only around a 10‑minute walk from Taunton town centre. Although this is in walking distance, public transport is available.
You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team of 12, split across two teams, producing fresh, nutritious meals for a busy school community and serving approximately 1,000 meals per day. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie with strong high‑volume catering experience who thrives in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment.
What You'll Do:
- Prepare and cook high‑quality dishes, ensuring every meal is delivered to an excellent standard and served at the correct temperature.
- Support the Head Chef and wider team with daily food preparation, maintaining smooth service during busy, high‑volume periods.
- Receive and check deliveries, store ingredients correctly, and follow stock rotation procedures (including FIFO) to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
- Maintain exceptional hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards in line with company policies and legal requirements.
- Work collaboratively with your team to create a positive, supportive kitchen environment for both colleagues and the school community.
- Assist with school events, themed days, and special functions, which may occasionally fall outside normal working hours.
- Provide a friendly, professional, and approachable service to students, staff, and visitors.
- Follow portion control guidelines and support sustainable, cost‑effective catering practices.
- Contribute ideas for menu improvements, service enhancements, and ways to elevate the overall dining experience.
What You Bring:
- A passion for cooking and a positive, can‑do attitude within a professional kitchen environment.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with confidence managing your section during high‑volume service.
- The ability to work well under pressure while maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and attention to detail.
- A proactive, reliable approach and willingness to learn, develop, and contribute creative ideas.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role is essential; experience in school or contract catering is advantageous.
- An Enhanced DBS check will be completed for this role.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and supportive work environment
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Full training and protective uniform provided
- No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
- Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
- Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
- Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
- Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us create a brighter future!
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applicants