Chef de Partie
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/152352
- Location: London
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: £16.60 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 21 January 2026
About the role
Chef de Partie
Location: Shell Centre, York Road, London SE1 7NA
Hours: 40 hours per week
Pay: £16.60 per hour
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm (hours may vary according to business requirements)
About the Role
As a Chef de Partie, you will support the Catering Manager in delivering all catering services to the required standards, specifications, and performance levels. You will also take responsibility for the catering operation in the absence of the Catering Manager.
This is a hands-on role within a high-volume environment, requiring strong leadership, organisational skills, and a passion for food quality and service.
Key Responsibilities
Enforce all relevant statutory, company, and site Health & Safety compliance, including monitoring related equipment
Support and lead catering employees to perform their roles to a high standard in line with Sodexo policies and procedures
Assist the Executive Chef in ensuring food quality, hygiene, and compliance throughout the food cycle in line with HACCP standards
Ensure the timely preparation and delivery of meals to agreed standards
Maintain stock levels in line with agreed targets and manage purchasing through Sodexo-nominated suppliers
Ensure preparation, production, and presentation of food meets Sodexo standards and procedures
Monitor financial documentation to ensure accuracy and adherence to budget
Identify opportunities for sales growth within the contract and wider market
Ensure all equipment is safe, regularly checked, serviced, and not used if faulty
Maintain the security of equipment, monies, and the overall establishment
Deputise for the Catering Manager when required, ensuring a professional and customer-focused service is delivered
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, hygiene, fire safety, COSHH, and safe working practices
This list is not exhaustive but provides an outline of the role.
Accountabilities
Full compliance with company and client policies, statutory regulations, and Health & Safety standards
Delivery of services in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timely completion of P&L reporting with performance exceeding company targets
Continuous service development and improvement
Positive client relationships and high levels of client satisfaction
Achievement of strong unit audit scores
Staff recruitment and retention in line with company guidelines
Delivery of all internal compliance standards
What We’re Looking For
Level 2 Food Safety and Level 2 Health & Safety qualifications (essential)
Proven experience managing a section in a high-volume catering environment
Relevant craft and Health & Safety qualifications and training
Strong industry knowledge and awareness of catering trends and innovations
Passion for food, service, and continuous improvement
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience working within a standards-driven and compliance-focused environment
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive organisation.
Benefits include:
Free on-site gym access and Sodexo benefits
Unlimited wellbeing and mental health support
Employee Assistance Programme, including legal and financial advice
24/7 access to a virtual GP
Sodexo Discounts Scheme with savings across major brands
Pension plan and savings options
Learning, training, and career development opportunities
Bike to Work scheme
Enhanced family leave and flexible benefits
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We operate in 55 countries and serve over 100 million consumers every day.
We are proud to be an inclusive and forces-friendly employer and a Disability Confident Leader. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage colleagues to join our employee networks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received.
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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.
London, United Kingdom, SE1 7NA
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