Chef de Partie - Oxford - Temp to Perm!
Location: Oxford
Salary: £14.76 - £16.15 per hour, DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7
Benefits: Free meals on duty, on-site parking and gym access
About the Role
Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join a well-established and prestigious educational establishment based in Oxford.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Chef de Partie who enjoys working in a busy, professional kitchen and takes pride in producing high-quality food.
You will be joining a friendly and experienced catering team, preparing a wide variety of dishes for daily dining services, formal dinners, special events and conferences.
If you are a skilled chef looking for a permanent position with excellent benefits and the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
- Work across different kitchen sections, including sauces, pastry and larder.
- Prepare a variety of dishes, including meat, fish, vegetarian options, starters and desserts.
- Assist with catering for formal dinners, conferences, buffets and special events.
- Ensure all food is prepared, cooked and presented to a consistently high standard.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, allergen awareness and health and safety standards.
- Monitor food storage, stock rotation and temperature controls.
- Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Take responsibility for your own section and occasionally oversee kitchen operations independently.
- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient working environment.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a busy professional kitchen.
- Experience working across multiple kitchen sections, particularly sauces, pastry and larder.
- Relevant catering qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent professional experience).
- Level 2 Food Safety qualification or equivalent.
- Ability to prepare a wide range of dishes to a high standard.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene, allergens and kitchen safety.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Confidence working under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
- A positive attitude and genuine passion for cooking.
Experience within a large hotel, restaurant or similar high-volume catering environment would be particularly advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
As well as joining a professional and welcoming kitchen team, you will receive:
- Competitive salary of £30,695 - £33,585 depending on experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, with some leave allocated during Christmas and Easter closures.
- Free on-site parking.
- Free meals when available during working shifts.
- Free access to on-site gym facilities.
- Season ticket loan scheme.
- Opportunity to develop your skills within a varied catering env
Chef De Partie in Oxford employer: Interaction Recruitment Group
Interaction Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values reliability and a positive attitude. Located in Bridgwater, employees benefit from competitive pay, opportunities for career progression, and the potential for a temp-to-perm transition, making it a rewarding place to grow your skills in the warehouse sector.
Contact Details:
Interaction Recruitment Group Recruitment Team
