via Reed · 23 September 2026 ·10 days ago

Chef De Partie

Rayment Recruitment
Ipswich Full-time GBP 29,308 – 29,308
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Chef de Partie - School

Outskirts of Ipswich

£29,308 per year

Permanent | Full Time | 40 Hours per Week Mainly Day Shifts

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a role with a fantastic work-life balance?

We are recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join the catering team at a prestigious private school on the outskirts of Ipswich. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary, structured working hours, and every other weekend off.

If you're passionate about preparing fresh, high-quality food and enjoy working in a professional, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary & Benefits:

  • £29,308 per annum

  • Permanent, full-time position

  • 40-hour working week

  • Every other weekend off

  • Structured shift rota

  • Supportive and professional kitchen team

  • Opportunity to work within a prestigious independent school

Working Hours:

You must be flexible to work a rota covering the following shifts:

  • 6:00am – 2:00pm

  • 9:00am – 5:00pm

  • 11:00am – 7:00pm

Chef de Partie Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and cook fresh, high-quality meals for students, staff, and visitors

  • Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

  • Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards

  • Assist with stock control, food ordering, and reducing food waste

  • Ensure food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard

  • Work effectively as part of a busy and professional catering team

Essential Requirements:

To be considered, you must have:

  • Level 2 Professional Cookery qualification (or equivalent) – Essential

  • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready to progress

  • Knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP procedures

  • A positive attitude and strong team-working skills

  • Flexibility to work the required shift pattern

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. The school is located on the outskirts of Ipswich and is not easily accessible by public transport

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