Chef de Partie – Swindon | £28,250 + No late evenings!
Join a world-class, historic boarding school and take your culinary career to the next level!
We’re looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join the kitchens in Swindon. This is a full-time, permanent role (40 hours across 5 days, including weekends) at a prestigious co-educational boarding school. You’ll enjoy sociable working hours with no late nights, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while being part of a dedicated culinary team, creating high-quality meals in a beautiful, historic setting.
Why apply / What’s in it for you?
You’ll enjoy:
- Competitive salary of £28,250 per year
- Sociable hours with no late-night shifts
- Free lunch during term time and complimentary tea and coffee
- Comprehensive pension scheme to support your future
- Employee Assistance Programme offering well-being support, lifestyle and nutritional consultations, and personal coaching
- Access to extensive sports facilities, fitness classes, and golf nearby
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cycle-to-work scheme, eye care support
- Access to the library, observatory, and arts & cultural events
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and CPD-certified courses
- Enjoy a working environment in Swindon with historic surroundings and outstanding facilities
Key Responsibilities:
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences. Your main duties will include:
- Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chefs in preparation and cooking of all food items
- Setting up and maintaining counters to the school’s high standards
- Reporting equipment issues or resource needs to the Head Chef or Store Manager
- Assisting with events and contributing to menu planning and development
- Maintaining hygiene standards and compliance with health & safety regulations
- Cleaning and deep-cleaning kitchen areas and equipment as required
- Following school policies on uniform, break times, and customer interactions
What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a reliable and skilled Chef or Cook with:
- Relevant qualifications (City & Guilds 706/1 & 2, NVQ Level 1 & 2, or equivalent experience)
- Experience in a similar kitchen role and use of kitchen machinery
- Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise tasks, and maintain attention to detail
- Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive approach
- Commitment to upholding high food hygiene and safety standards
If you’re ready to take the next step as a Chef de Partie in Swindon and enjoy sociable hours with no late nights, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of this exceptional culinary team!
Job Number INDCATERERING│ 935033
Location │ Swindon
Role │ Chef de Partie
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
