Chef de Partie
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1129452/162946
- Location: Cathay Pacific Lounge Terminal 3 Heathrow
- Job type: Part Time
- Salary: £16.35 per hour
- Closing date: 11 November 2026
About the role
About the Role
Chef de Partie at Cathay Pacific Terminal 3 Heathrow Airport
We’re experience makers
And food fanatics. And we’re hiring.
Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive. Because at Sodexo Live! We’re so much more.
Be part of something greater.
What you'll do
- To follow set portion control, prepare, cook and assemble menus aligned to client environment and centrally driven menus and promotions where appropriate.
- To ensure all food is stored, handled and packed at the correct temperature and in accordance with Food Handling and Hygiene Regulations.
- To maintain records of temperatures and remedial action taken where necessary, reporting all issues to your line manager.
- To serve on the food counters in the client’s premises following all customer service standards.
- Use machinery as shown and trained to ensure equipment is used safely and in accordance with legislation, and reporting of equipment issues to your line manager
- To ensure that work areas are kept clean and that all waste is recorded and disposed of correctly.
- To be competent and skilled to work in all areas of preparation, cook and counter service.
- Ensure the quality and the presentation of the food is to the highest standard and follows all specification sheets agreed by the Client.
Duties towards personnel
- Wear the uniform as provided including your name badge & maintain it in good repair. Maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene.
- To follow objectives set by management and use the training given when necessary.
- To ensure Company Policies are followed at all times.
Client Service
- To project a willing and helpful attitude.
- To be customer focused at all times, approachable and quick to exceed expectations in fulfilling customer needs.
People
- To treat your team members at location as you would expect to be treated.
- To co-operate with all team members and undertake duties in the kitchen / service areas as requested to ensure an efficient and effective service is delivered at all times.
Health & Safety, Food Safety, the Environment
- To attend health and safety and food safety training courses as required.
- Ensure all policies relating to deliveries & storage are adhered to in relation of health, food safety e.g. quality, quantity & Temperature.
- Comply with all legal & company Procedures relating to food safety, hygiene, health & safety & personal hygiene
- Completion of production records, wastage records, temperature records, cleaning schedules. Reporting any discrepancies to your Supervisor/Duty Manager, or a member of the Sodexo management team.
- Ensuring all products stored / displayed are date coded, Stock rotated & labelled correctly. Using the shelf life rule.
- To ensure cleaning areas under your control are maintained to the company and COSHH standards.
- To rigorously follow the unit cleaning schedules
- To report immediately any incidents of accidents, fire, theft, loss, damage, unfit food, or any other regulations to the line manager.
- To report any issues of health & safety immediately to a member of management.
- To ensure that Health & Safety Legislation is adhered to.
Additional Responsibilities
- To attend all location meetings as required.
- To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
- To act as a positive ambassador for the business.
- To attend to any reasonable request made by the client or Sodexo Management
Administration Duties
- To sign in and out when on shift to ensure hours worked is paid correctly. Follow rostered shifts.
- To follow procedures for sickness, lateness and Holidays.
- To assist the Management with stock take when required.
What you'll bring
Essential
- Chef experience
- Kitchen experience
- Highly motivated
- Attention to detail
- Lead a team
Desirable
- Lounge experience
Why Sodexo?
- £16.35 per hour
- 4 on and 2 off pattern (2 early and 2 lates)
- Timings: 4:30-13:30 & 13:30-22:20
- This role is casual and will be made permanent upon obtaining airside pass.
- Must be able to provide 5-year checkable work history for airport clearance
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Cathay Pacific Lounge Terminal 3 Heathrow, United Kingdom, TW6 2GW
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