Chef de Partie - Casual

Chef de Partie - Casual

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sodexo

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare high-quality meals and manage your own kitchen section in a fast-paced environment.
  • Company: Join Sodexo at Nuffield Highgate Hospital, a purpose-driven team focused on wellbeing.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, mental health resources, flexible working, and discounts on high street brands.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for learning, development, and community involvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on patient dining experiences while honing your culinary skills.
  • Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent with 2 years' chef experience and strong culinary passion.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Job Introduction

As a Chef de Partie at Sodexo in Nuffield Highgate Hospital, you’ll play a vital role in preparing high‑quality meals that support patient wellbeing and enhance the overall dining experience.

You’ll manage your own kitchen section, ensuring each dish meets high standards.

If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to be part of a purpose‑driven team, this is the role for you.

What you’ll do

  • Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and quality standards
  • Contribute to menu planning and recipe development
  • Ensure full compliance with health and safety, hygiene, cleanliness, COSHH, and fire safety regulations
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

What you bring

  • NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ experience as a chef
  • Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for cooking
  • Ability to perform well under pressure in a busy kitchen
  • Clear, respectful communication and a strong team spirit

What we offer

  • Mental health and wellbeing resources
  • Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
  • Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
  • Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
  • Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
  • Retirement savings plan and life insurance
  • Full training and protective uniform provided
  • Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development
  • Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities
  • Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
  • Competitive pay
  • Location

London – Nuffield Highgate Hospital, Sodexo.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and identities.

We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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.

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Sodexo

Contact Details:

Sodexo Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Chef de Partie - Casual

Culinary Skills
Recipe Development
Menu Planning
Health and Safety Compliance
Hygiene Standards
COSHH Regulations
Fire Safety Regulations