Chef de Partie – Near Wakefield

£14.50 per hour | Straight Shifts | 37.5 Hours per Week | Great Work-Life Balance

Looking for a Chef de Partie role that offers sensible hours, straight shifts and a better work-life balance?

We're recruiting on behalf of a unique and well-established catering operation based near Wakefield, offering an excellent opportunity for a passionate chef to join a professional kitchen team focused on fresh, high-quality food.

This is an ideal role for a Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie or experienced Commis Chef ready to take the next step in their career.

What's on Offer?

• £14.50 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 days over 7
• Straight shifts
• Minimal late evenings and no regular split shifts
• Excellent work-life balance
• Fresh food operation using seasonal ingredients
• Supportive and friendly kitchen environment
• Easily accessible from Wakefield, Leeds, Huddersfield, Halifax and Bradford

The Role

Working alongside the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals for residents, students, staff and guests. You'll be involved in all aspects of food preparation, menu delivery and kitchen operations while maintaining exceptional food hygiene and presentation standards.

You'll have the opportunity to work with fresh produce, contribute ideas and help maintain the high standards the kitchen is known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of traditional and contemporary dishes
• Produce cakes, desserts and baked items where required
• Assist with menu planning and recipe costing
• Ensure dishes are prepared consistently to agreed standards
• Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of senior management
• Maintain excellent food hygiene, HACCP and health & safety standards
• Minimise food waste through effective stock rotation and portion control
• Deliver excellent customer service and support front-of-house operations when required

About You

Essential:

• Experience working in a commercial kitchen environment
• Level 1 & 2 Food Hygiene Certificates
• Strong cooking skills and passion for fresh food
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Positive team player with a hands-on approach
• Self-motivated and able to use initiative

Desirable:

• Experience with baking and pastry work
• Experience supervising or leading a kitchen team
• Knowledge of menu planning and food cost control

Apply Today

If you're a chef looking for a fresh challenge with great hours, straight shifts and a genuine work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.