Great food. High standards. A team that takes pride in what it does.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our professional catering team at Trinity School in Teignmouth, Devon.
Working alongside our Head Chef and a team of seven colleagues, you will help provide an excellent catering service for up to 350 pupils and staff, with children from 2 years of age upwards. If you are passionate about great food, enjoy working as part of a strong kitchen team and take genuine pride in maintaining high standards, this could be the opportunity for you.
About Trinity School
Located in the beautiful coastal town of Teignmouth, Devon, Trinity School provides an all-through education within a warm and supportive school community.
Our catering team is an important part of school life, providing nutritious, appealing and well-prepared food for pupils and staff. We are proud of our focus on quality, flavour, nutrition, consistency and excellent service.
About the Role
Working Hours: 40 hours per week with evenings (until 8pm) and weekends on rotation.
Contract Type: Permanent, All Year Round
Salary: Depending on experience
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for your section while supporting the Head Chef and wider team in delivering a smooth, efficient and high-quality catering service.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and present food to an excellent standard.
- Take responsibility for your section, ensuring it is organised, clean and ready for service.
- Support the preparation and service of meals for pupils and staff.
- Maintain excellent standards of food quality, presentation and portion control.
- Follow food hygiene, health and safety and allergen management requirements at all times.
- Support effective stock management and help minimise food waste.
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team, particularly during busy service periods.
- Contribute positively to the standards and continued development of the School's catering provision.
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a minimum Level 2 Catering/Culinary qualification, or equivalent.
- Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification.
- Have at least two years' experience in a professional kitchen.
- Demonstrate strong all-round culinary skills.
- Have a good understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
- Work calmly and efficiently within a busy kitchen.
- Be organised, reliable and an effective team player.
- Understand the responsibilities involved in catering for children and young people.
Why Join Trinity School?
We offer more than just a role – we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Company pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance worth three times your annual salary
- Free lunch provided
- Refer-a-friend scheme with financial reward
- Wellbeing and wellness programme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A collaborative, friendly and supportive working environment
If you are an accomplished Chef de Partie who takes pride in producing great food and would like to become part of a welcoming school community, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and begin your journey with Trinity School.
Trinity School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all roles will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is covered by the candidate. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
