Chef De Partie

Job Introduction

As a Chef De Partie for Sodexo at Sevenoaks School, High street, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HU, you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. 

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you do:

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, company, and allergen safety regulations, including HACCP procedures.
• Take ownership of designated sections, supporting senior chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist in managing all hospitality functions and core catering services, supporting the leadership team.
• Monitor the cooking, chilling, and storage of foods, maintaining accurate records and taking corrective action where necessary.
• Collaborate with core and hospitality teams to ensure all food production is correct and ready for service.
• Prepare food with care, paying special attention to customers’ dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Proactively identify potential issues and implement solutions to prevent service disruptions.
• Oversee stock rotation, ordering, and waste management, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Supervise and train staff, promoting a positive working environment and maintaining high standards of food quality.
• Report incidents, near misses, and maintenance issues promptly, attending meetings and training as required.

What you bring:

Essential:

• NVQ level 2 in food preparation
• Demonstrate experience of working in a similar role within the service industry at a comparable level in a company
• Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
• Analyse problems analytically, develop opportunities and implement innovative solutions
• Show ability to set standards and operate to the service standard criteria 
• HACCP awareness
• To demonstrate a flexible attitude to working hours and promote a positive mental outlook to all aspects of work 
• Be respectful of others at all times
• The desire and tenacity to adhere to procedures
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Certificates 

Desirable:

• Proven experience of managing client relationships
• Proven track record of leading, managing and developing a team
• Personal innovation and creativity
• To show a hunger and passion for good food and the drive to make it achievable
• Good admin and telephone skills
• Flexible approach to the role and be self-motivated
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients and staff

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Full training and protective uniform provided

• No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support

• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support

• Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits

• Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships

• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities

At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us create a brighter future!

Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Package Description

“You bring your passion for food. We’ll bring our passion for developing our people”

• £15.38 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Working pattern: 5 days out of 7

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About the Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.