Chef de Partie
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £21128/annum + attractive benefits
Chef de Partie – Permanent contract, working 40 hours per week
How would you like to work in an award-winning British pub-restaurant, which won the Travellers’ Choice Award in 2020 ranking it in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide, where you can use your existing skills and continue to develop under the leadership of our Head Chefs?
The Role – Chef de Partie
As part of our team of Chefs, our Chef de Parties work under the direction of the Sous Chefs and Senior Chef de Parties, working in The Oakfield pub-restaurant (located in the heart of our zoo) which was once home to the zoo’s founder and his family. You’ll be supporting the day-to-day running of our kitchens. You’ll prepare and cook food, ensuring The Oakfield maintains its world-class reputation as a gastro pub and venue destination.
What makes Chester Zoo a great place to work?
As the UK’s biggest and best zoo, we have ambitious goals, exciting plans, and there’s always lots going on here. We’re an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of nearly 500 permanent and 500 seasonal team members, and we know how important it is to invest in our colleagues to help boost their career development. We have ambitious goals, and we want you to be with us for the long term on our exciting journey.
Our futures depend on the sustainable work we do today, and our team of Chefs are conscious that every little effort counts. We work alongside the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil to ensure all palm oil used is certified sustainable, and during 2018 our food and beverage department removed over 2 million pieces of plastic from our operation.
The Package
You’ll be working sociable hours typically during zoo opening hours which are generally between 10am and 6pm, although evening or early morning work will be required for events such as weddings or corporate functions. Contract hours are 40 per week, 5 days out of 7 on a rota basis including weekends and bank holidays and overtime will be paid for agreed additional hours.
* Permanent contract
* £21,128.39 based on 40 hours per week
* 33 days annual leave
* Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
* Access to healthcare plan
* Employer contributory pension scheme
Our Requirements – Chef de Partie
* Demonstrable Chef experience in a high-volume business, preferably gained within a leading British Gastro Pub
* Able to demonstrate an understanding of food types and production methods
* Excellent customer service and teamwork skills
* Good communication skills and a ‘can do’ attitude
Although not essential, the following would be desirable:
* A Food Safety Level 2 qualification is preferable
More About Us
We’re not just an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction that’s home to 20,000 incredible animals inside 128 acres of stunning gardens. We’re not just the UK’s most popular zoo. We’re a major wildlife charity that’s committed to the recovery of endangered species, globally. And, as the world faces an extinction crisis, we’re making a hugely significant contribution to conservation at a time when it’s needed most. We are Chester Zoo and we prevent extinction.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, please click the ‘apply’ button on this page where you’ll be redirected to the vacancy on the Chester Zoo website. You will then be required to provide your current CV and complete the application form highlighting your skills and experience including why you believe you should be considered for this Chef de Partie role
More Information
- Address CH2, Chester, Cheshire West and Chester
