At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to create delicious meals for students and events.
- Company: St Edwards Oxford, a prestigious school with a vibrant catering team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free gym membership, on-site parking, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and child welfare.
- Why this job: Develop your culinary skills in a high-quality kitchen while making a difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in high-volume catering and an NVQ Level 2 qualification.
The predicted salary is between 30925 - 30925 £ per year.
Join the catering team at St Edwards Oxford and develop your skills in a busy, high-quality kitchen environment. As Junior Chef de Partie, you will work alongside experienced senior chefs to prepare and deliver fresh, high-quality food for pupils, staff and visitors. The Catering Department serves around 2,000 meals each day across breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as catering for a varied programme of events including charity balls, boarding house dinners, fine dining, weddings, sports events and summer schools.
You will support the preparation, production and delivery of menus, help ensure food is presented to a consistently high standard and play an active part in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You will also help with stock rotation, food safety, hygiene and waste management, and may occasionally take responsibility as a shift leader.
About you
You will have previous experience of producing food for large numbers of customers in a high-volume catering environment, together with an NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience. You will have a good understanding of food hygiene, HACCP, allergen management and health and safety, and be confident working to demanding service times while maintaining excellent standards of food quality and presentation. Organised, reliable and positive in your approach, you will enjoy working as part of a team and be able to adapt quickly in a busy kitchen. Experience of fine dining, formal events or catering within an educational, hospitality or contract catering setting would be an advantage.
Benefits of working at St Edwards
- A friendly and inclusive working environment
- Free Nuffield Health Gym membership (including membership for your partner and children under the age of 21)
- Free on-site car parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Defined contribution pension scheme with Scottish Widows
To apply, please click the apply button to download the application form and full job details. Closing date: 9am, 5th October 2026. We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found.
St Edwards School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. St Edwards School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
Junior Chef de Partie employer: St Edward's Oxford
St Edwards Oxford offers an exceptional working environment for Grounds Operatives, set within a stunning 100-acre estate. Employees benefit from a friendly and inclusive culture, comprehensive health and wellness perks including free gym membership for the whole family, and opportunities for professional growth in grounds maintenance. With a commitment to employee welfare and a focus on teamwork, this role provides a meaningful chance to contribute to the beauty of the school’s grounds while enjoying a range of supportive benefits.
