Chef de Partie


Company:	Dean Close Foundation
Salary:	£31,824 to £31,824 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6HE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint a new Chef de Partie to join our busy catering department. This is a full-time role, working 40 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year offering a salary of £31,824 per annum.

You will be assisting our catering manager and Head Chef in providing a professional food service for our pupils and staff at our Prep School, producing high-quality meals and ensure our pupils are leaving our dining room stratified. Other roles and responsibilities to include:

To ensure that only company nominated suppliers are used.

To ensure that all deliveries accepted are of the highest possible standard.

To ensure that all food is prepared, cooked and presented to the highest possible standards.

Constantly assess the quality of food being produced and ensure it meets the restaurant's high standards.

To assist where instructed with the induction of new fellow employees.

To record the daily production and wastage sheets and ensure their correct submission if required

To assist with the compilation of budgets for hospitality and events ensuring they are correctly costed and charged to the client if necessary.

The successful candidate will have previous experience as a Commis or Demi Chef de Partie, or in similar roles, who would like to step up to this position and who has a strong knowledge of kitchen procedures.

The Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustments are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or

recruitment@deanclose.org.uk with your query.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.

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