Chef - Contract Catering - Fareham - £15.75p/h

Chef de Partie - Fareham Contract Catering

Rate: £15.75 per hour Full-Time 37.5 hrs per week 5/7 Rota

We're looking for a reliable and motivated Chef de Partie to join a busy, well organised contract catering site in Fareham. This role offers excellent work-life balance, structured shifts, and the stability of a long standing catering operation serving a consistent customer base.

If you enjoy working in a supportive team, delivering high quality food, and developing your skills in a professional kitchen environment, this could be the perfect next step.

What's in It for You

• £15.75 per hour
• Free on site parking
• Free meal on shift
• Uniform provided
• Company pension
• Excellent employee benefit schemes
• Discounts on major supermarkets, travel & leisure
• Access to wellbeing and development programmes
• Reduced workload during holiday periods

About the Role

As Chef de Partie, you will support the smooth running of a large, high volume kitchen. You'll work across different sections, helping deliver fresh, well presented meals throughout the day.

You will:

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a high standard
• Support the Senior Chef team with menu preparation
• Work across hot, cold, and service sections as required
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Assist with stock rotation and reducing waste
• Help train and support junior kitchen team members
• Use kitchen and rota systems (basic computer literacy required)

Hours & Schedule

37.5 hours per week 5 days over 7

Service Times:

• Breakfast: 06:30-08:30
• Lunch: 11:30-13:30
• Dinner: 17:30-19:30

Shift Patterns:

• Early: 05:30-13:30
• Late: 11:00-19:00

A typical week will include a mix of both.

About You

You will be:

• Experienced as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef ready to step up
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, high volume kitchen
• A strong communicator and team player
• Organised, reliable, and committed to high food standards
• Flexible to support occasional weekend or seasonal events
• Holding relevant food hygiene qualifications (desirable)

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