Location
London - Liverpool Street

Hours
Monday to Friday

Salary
Up to £34,000 per annum plus paid overtime

Benefits
28 days holiday including bank holidays
Birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 weeks enhanced maternity leave
Secondary carer leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts via Perkbox app including high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme

About the Role
Are you a culinary connoisseur with a passion for creating masterful dishes that delight the senses? At BaxterStorey, we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We believe the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft. We invest in your professional growth and support you in an inclusive environment that encourages development and celebrates diversity.

As a Chef De Partie, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high kitchen standards and contributing to exceptional dining experiences. You will prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes within your designated section, ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, assist in menu planning incorporating seasonal ingredients and culinary trends, and manage activities within your section including delegating tasks to junior staff. You will maintain inventory records, assist with stock rotation and ordering, collaborate with kitchen staff for smooth service, participate in kitchen meetings, train and mentor junior staff, and support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily operations.

Join us and be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We guarantee a good work-life balance because we believe people excel when given the space to take care of themselves. If you are a passionate Events Chef De Partie eager to make a name for yourself in the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

Experience
Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role within high-volume kitchens.

About you
Passionate about culinary excellence with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Strong time management and organisational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Flexibility to work varying shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Qualifications
Culinary degree or diploma from a recognised institution.
Valid food hygiene certification.
Strong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques.
Excellent food preparation and presentation skills.
Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment and following recipes.
Understanding of food cost control and inventory management principles.