Job Description
Constellation - Chef de Partie
Employment Type: Shift offered on Casual bases during the week from Monday to Friday
Constellation are currently recruiting a talented and passionate Chef de Partie!
About the Role
As Chef de Partie, you will support the kitchen management team in delivering high-quality meals and hospitality services across the facilities. You will be responsible for managing your own kitchen section efficiently while maintaining exceptional food standards, hygiene, and presentation.
The role requires a motivated chef who is organised, reliable, and passionate about producing quality food in a busy catering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals within your designated kitchen section
- Support the smooth operation of daily food service across the facilities
- Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
- Assist with menu preparation, stock control, and food ordering procedures
- Ensure all food is prepared and presented to agreed standards
- Monitor portion control and minimise food waste
- Support and mentor junior kitchen staff where required
- Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are kept clean and organised
- Follow all allergen, HACCP, and food safety regulations
- Assist with hospitality functions, events, and large-scale catering services as required
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or experienced Commis Chef ready to progress
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations
- Good understanding of food hygiene, allergen awareness, and HACCP procedures
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Positive attitude and strong team-working abilities
- Passion for delivering high-quality food and service
- Reliable and flexible approach to work
Desirable Experience
- Professional cookery qualification
- Experience within contract catering, hospitality, education, defence, or large-scale catering environments
- Food Safety Level 2 or equivalent certification
If you are passionate about food, enjoy working within a team, and are looking for your next culinary opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
Start your next opportunity with Constellation as a Chef de Partie and discover more culinary opportunities we have on offer!