Chef de Partie

Founded in 1604, Blundell’s is a co-educational independent school for pupils aged 11 – 18 years.Boasting excellent facilities and the best in pastoral care, we are committed to providing an outstanding learning experience for all students.Based in 100 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, Blundell’s fosters a friendly and open environment where both students and staff can thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for two Chef de Parties (1 x 36 hours and 1 x 41 hours) to join our team on a permanent contract. You will provide attractively presented food that complies with Healthy Eating principles. Tasks will be undertaken on a shift system and communicated by the Head Chef or Executive Chef. Chefs must also be willing to assist at the many functions (both internal and external) within the School environment.

What skills and experience are required?

·Minimum of 2 years’ experience in food production/bulk catering.

·Basic Food Hygiene certificate

·First class customer service skills.

·Demonstrate knowledge of HACCP procedures.

·Ability to work under pressure (often unsupervised).

·Ability to prioritise and delegate where appropriate.

·Adaptable and flexible approach to the role.

·A good eye for detail.

·Able to demonstrate craft skills and food production to a high standard.

·Excellent team player.

·Able to maintain simple records.

·Excellent communication skills.

·Physically fit and able to lift and carry bulky items.

·Able to work to strict deadlines.

·Patient, tolerant and able to maintain excellent working relationships at all levels.

·Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits of joining our team include:

•4 weeks paid holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays

•Competitive company pension scheme

•Term time working with an additional 4 weeks during the school holidays

•Meals when kitchen is in operation

•Branded uniform provided (as required)

•Relevant internal and external training provided

•Use of excellent on-site sports facilities including gym, swimming pool, tennis

courts and fitness suite at staff opening times

•Market leading employee assistance programme

•Cycle to work scheme

•Free staff parking