Chef De Partie

Chef de Partie

Location: Northampton, NN4 7SG

Hours of work: 40

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:30

Contract Type: Permanent

Hourly Rate: £14.78

Our client, ISS, is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their team in Northampton.

At Northampton Campus, dining is centred around freshness, choice, and quality. Staff enjoy a vibrant selection of hot food counters, freshly prepared dishes, and salad bars, with menus updated regularly to provide variety and an exceptional dining experience.

As a Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section, balancing precision, creativity, and efficiency while ensuring every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the pace and energy of a busy kitchen environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding food and service in a modern, wellbeing-focused setting.

The Role

• Support the seamless delivery of the catering service while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer experience.
• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and service as directed.
• Ensure all company and statutory regulations relating to health and safety, food hygiene, and fire safety are always followed.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, including the Curated Experience team, to deliver events and special occasions.
• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety throughout all areas of the kitchen.
• Assist with special functions and events, which may occasionally fall outside normal working hours.
• Ensure all company and client procedures are followed and carried out in accordance with operational standards.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and helpful attitude at all times.
• Ensure recognised company procedures and operating standards are consistently maintained.

About You

• NVQ Level 2 qualification (or currently working towards completion) or an equivalent professional cookery qualification.
• A willingness to work across all areas of the kitchen, including the main kitchen, butchery, fish preparation, and pastry sections.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• A calm, logical, and professional approach to work.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work confidently with colleagues at all levels.
• A strong team-focused attitude, alongside the ability to work independently when required.
• A motivated, committed, and flexible approach.

Benefits

20 days' annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
Free onsite parking
Free onsite gym membership
Uniform provided

The Company

ISS is a global leader in workplace and facilities management, helping organisations create environments where people and businesses can thrive. We partner with clients across sectors - from healthcare to finance - to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that improve everyday experiences.

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to diversity, wellbeing, and supporting the Armed Forces community.

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible. If you require any adjustments, please contact our Resourcing Team - we’ll be happy to support you.

Join ISS and be part of something bigger.