Chef De Partie

Selective Recruiting is looking for an experience CDP to work within an Oxford College in the heart of Oxford City Centre.

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Salary: £31,577

Contract: 40 hours per week

Hours: 5 out of 7 days – Rota basis

Roles Includes:

· Responsible for working collaboratively within the kitchen team, following the direction of the Head Chef or deputy, to uphold high standards in food production for daily catering and special events as outlined in menus.

· Play a key role in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

· Timely completion of tasks in accordance with recipes or direction from kitchen management.

· Adherence to the Food Safety Act and General Food Hygiene Regulations.

· Knowledge and understanding of food allergens to accommodate dietary restrictions.

· Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations, including COSHH guidelines.

· Reduction of kitchen wastage to a minimum.

· Upholding strict confidentiality at all times.

· Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Chef or supervising staff.

Candidate specification:

· Team player mindset, willing to assist colleagues and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

· NVQ Level 2 catering qualification (City and Guilds 7061/7062) or equivalent.

· Demonstrable experience of working in a similar catering role or kitchen environment.

· A passion for food and food service.

· Ability to work under pressure.

· An understanding of food allergens and food hygiene

Desirable but not essential

· Knowledge of basic H&S and Fire Regulations

· Food hygiene and H&S qualifications/certificates

· Previous experience of large institution working, e.g. schools, colleges, hotels etc.

· Previous experience of manual handling and COSHH

Benefits:

· Uniform provided

· Meals on duty

· Bus pass Scheme

If you are interested, please contact Chloe Shepherd on (phone number removed).

Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position.

If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please continue to visit the website for other opportunities.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job