Chef de Partie

King's College School

Chef de Partie

Salary Not Specified

King's College School, Wimbledon Common, Merton

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 28 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 4320962d89134cf1a3fb3e9ca82ca4bd

Full Job Description

Some non-guaranteed overtime may be available

King's is looking to appoint a Chef de Partie to work within a team of 36 staff in the catering department. Working in a modern well-equipped environment this position assists the delivery of lunches to over 1400 staff and pupils on a daily basis during term-time. Catering is also provided for regular school functions throughout the term. As part of the catering team the Chef de Partie will be involved in kitchen prep.

Person Specification

  • Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef running the lunch service

  • Assisting with the cleaning down of the kitchen after lunch service

  • Previous professional catering experience

  • NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Level 2 Food

  • Hygiene is desirable, but full training can be provided

  • The ability to work within a team and maintain

  • High standards in a fast-paced, pressurised kitchen environment

  • A good knowledge of allergies and intolerances

  • Good communication skills with an approachable manner - contact with pupils and staff is on a daily basis and maintaining open communication is essential.


  • Terms and Conditions
  • Normal hours: 07.30 to 16.00 Monday to Friday however there is some flexibility in these times

  • Pro-rata holiday - based on 25 days' holiday per annum plus, English statutory public holidays as the full-time entitlement

  • Uniform is provided

  • Some non-guaranteed overtime is also available for evening and weekend functions throughout the year


  • King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of southeast England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

    If you are interested in this job opportunity, please visit our website to find out more and apply.

    Closing date: Noon on Thursday 22nd August 2024

    Interview date: w/c Monday 26th August 2024

    Interviews may be staged, and we may choose to appoint prior to the closing date.

    The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King's College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

  • Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef running the lunch service

  • Assisting with the cleaning down of the kitchen after lunch service

  • Previous professional catering experience

  • NVQ Level 2 in Food Production and Level 2 Food

  • Hygiene is desirable, but full training can be provided

  • The ability to work within a team and maintain

  • High standards in a fast-paced, pressurised kitchen environment

  • A good knowledge of allergies and intolerances

  • Good communication skills with an approachable manner - contact with pupils and staff is on a daily basis and maintaining open communication is essential.

    King's is looking to appoint a Chef de Partie to work within a team of 36 staff in the catering department. Working in a modern well-equipped environment this position assists the delivery of lunches to over 1400 staff and pupils on a daily basis during term-time. Catering is also provided for regular school functions throughout the term. As part of the catering team the Chef de Partie will be involved in kitchen prep.

    Terms and Conditions

  • Normal hours: 07.30 to 16.00 Monday to Friday however there is some flexibility in these times

  • Pro-rata holiday - based on 25 days' holiday per annum plus, English statutory public holidays as the full-time entitlement

  • Uniform is provided

  • Some non-guaranteed overtime is also available for evening and weekend functions throughout the year


  • King's is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of southeast England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.