Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Contract: Full Time – 40 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
Salary: £16 per hour (£26,112 per annum)
Free On-Site Parking Available

Benefits

Wider Wallet Scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms, and more)
Free meals on duty
Free on-site parking
Volunteers leave – up to one day per year
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave
Cycle to work scheme
Recommend a friend bonus
Unrivalled individual training and development
Well-established apprenticeship programme
Team & company social events
Employee assistance programme
Workplace pension

The Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join the catering team at a prestigious day and boarding co-educational school in Ipswich, catering for approximately 500 pupils and staff daily.

This is a busy, multi-service operation delivering breakfast, lunch, supper, and hospitality. You will work closely with the Sous Chef and Chef Manager to deliver consistent, high-quality food across all services.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver high-quality food across all daily services
Take responsibility for your designated section within the kitchen
Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented to a high standard
Assist with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
Support senior chefs in menu preparation and service delivery
Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Contribute positively to a team-focused kitchen

About You

Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up
Experience within education, contract catering, or hospitality preferred
Good understanding of food safety and HACCP
Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients
Reliable, organised, and able to work as part of a team
Willingness to learn and develop within a structured environment