"Chef de Partie"

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and skilled Chef de Partie to join the University of Bath’s vibrant and professional kitchen team.

In this key role, you will take responsibility for your own section, demonstrating leadership, attention to detail, and a commitment to high culinary standards. You will also play an important role in supporting and mentoring junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and positive working environment.

You will be working as part of a team of Chef de Parties and will receive ongoing support and guidance from our experienced Sous Chefs and Head Chef. Together, the team is committed to delivering exceptional food and service across a diverse and evolving menu offering.

We actively encourage creativity and welcome new culinary ideas and influences to help drive innovation within our kitchen.

About you

You will bring a proactive, adaptable, and positive approach to your work, supporting a wide range of responsibilities throughout your shift. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, you will respond effectively to pressure and changing priorities while maintaining high standards and attention to detail.

As a motivated and experienced chef, you will have a passion for delivering exceptional food and an interest in developing others. You’ll have demonstrable experience in supervising kitchen staff and contributing creatively to menus. A sound understanding of food hygiene and workplace health and safety is essential.

If you are passionate about food, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic kitchen, we look forward to receiving your application.

Further information

Our outlets are open seven days a week, so this is a 5 over 7 contract. This will include working early mornings, late evenings, and weekend shifts in a vibrant kitchen setting.

This is a full-time contract, working 36.5 hours per week over 40 weeks of the year, with fixed time off (that includes personal holiday allowance) in accordance with the University's annual Academic year chart.

What we can offer you

Campus Services New Starter bonus*. In addition to the great benefits Campus Services’ offers, we can offer you a £1,000 bonus. This is payable the month after successfully passing your six months’ probation.

This role is also eligible for the Campus Services Refer a Friend bonus*. If a University staff member has ‘referred’ you to apply for this vacancy they may be eligible for a bonus. Please ensure when applying you select ‘Campus Services Employee Referral’ when answering the question ‘Where did you learn of this job?' and email campusserviceshr@bath.ac.uk the name of the person who referred you.

* Both bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award.