Chef De Partie - Durham

£15.15 per hour

5 days out of 7

Temporary role but may become permanent for the right candidate

Are you passionate about food, a natural leader in the kitchen, and ready to take your culinary skills to the next level? We''re looking for a talented

Chef de Partie

to join our dedicated kitchen team and help deliver exceptional dining experiences for our clients and customers.

About the Role

As a Chef de Partie, you''ll take charge of a kitchen section and lead by example. You''ll be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to high standards, supporting the brigade to deliver delicious and safe meals efficiently and profitably.

Key ResponsibilitiesRun and oversee a kitchen section, ensuring food is prepared and presented to the required standards.

Comply with all food hygiene, health and safety, and allergen regulations at all times.

Train and guide commis chefs and kitchen assistants.

Minimise waste through effective food recovery and storage.

Assist in processing food orders and managing deliveries.

Maintain cleanliness across all kitchen areas and equipment.

Ensure all equipment is used correctly and safely.

Support wider kitchen operations as needed.

What We''re Looking For

Essential:Strong culinary skills and experience in a similar kitchen environment.

Leadership qualities with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Business-minded approach to kitchen operations and food cost control.

Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HandS compliance.

Positive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work under pressure.

Flexible and committed to working a varied schedule.

Desirable:NVQ Level 2/3 in Professional Cookery (or equivalent).

Food Hygiene Level 2 or 3 certification.

Previous experience with Compass Group systems or One Compass training (preferred but not essential).

Ready to bring your skills to the table? Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career with Eurest.

About Us

We connect workplaces to mindful, flavourful and planet-positive catering

At Eurest, we are the experts in workplace catering, operating in over 700 workspaces every day. We know that fuelling employees throughout the day can help to sharpen their thinking, nourish their bodies and minds and ultimately, motivate them to perform at their best. Our workplace food experiences are driven by our promise to live more sustainably and responsibly, working towards our goal of net zero by 2030.TPBN1_UKCT