SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE
JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE

Responsible to:

Chef Manager/Sous Chef

Role Purpose:

The main purposes of the role of the Senior Chef de Partie is:

•  To ensure the Sedbergh School Hub kitchen contributes to pupil wellness as well as the school

reputation by delivering consistently high standard food and customer service from a Hub kitchen
cooking for two dining rooms.

•  To assist with managing the full Catering team, with the key aim of maintaining high standards of

motivation and morale while embracing the ethos of the School’s policies and core competencies.

Duties:

The duties of the Senior Chef de Partie will be wide and varied, and it is not intended to cover every possible
aspect of the job here.  However, it is anticipated that the main areas of responsibility will be as follows:

•  To assist with the leadership and management of the preparation and cooking of all menu dishes in a

Hub kitchen operation serving one satellite dining room (two in total).

•  Maintain a consistent menu offer for both dining rooms.
•  Provide the highest quality food service to pupils, staff, parents and guests in line with the schools

standing.

•  To embrace the Sedbergh School ethos and be prepared to go beyond the call of duty on a regular

basis.

•  To both assist and supervise the general cleaning of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of

hygiene.

•  To ensure that Catering staff are well motivated, trained and recognized for their contribution.
•  Assist the Sous Chef and Chef Manager with product ordering and be flexible when planning out rotas.

Safeguarding:

•  Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects

all staff to share this commitment. The role holder will always be expected to support this approach
in the context of their role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding
policies and procedures.
If while carrying out their duties, they become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or
welfare of children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the school’s DSL officer or to the
Headmaster.

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•  Attend annual in-service training provided by the School.
•  Staff with line management responsibility are also expected to actively promote safeguarding

awareness and knowledge in their teams and lead by example.

Health & Safety and Food Hygiene:

•  Ensure compliance with all food hygiene and H&S regulations including the Allergen Policy and the
training of staff. Maintain accurate HACCP records in kitchen diary including transport logs for
satellite dining room food.

•  Conduct self and team with high standards of food hygiene and maintain a clean, tidy and

organized kitchen.

•  Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by

what you do or fail to do.

•  When loading and unloading hot boxes or other equipment, adhere to safe work procedures and
good manual handling practises to minimise any incidents. Train team members in the same.

•  Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues.
•  Report any HSE hazards, accidents, incidents, illnesses and diseases to the Catering Manager or

Helpdesk.

Delivery of Food Service & Customer Satisfaction:

•  Assist staff and Sous Chef with the delivery and production of meals for pupils and staff in two
dining rooms; lunch and dinner offering as well as break and snack items to a high standard.
•  Follow the approved menu for both dining rooms that meets quality and nutritional standards.
•  Attend food forums and provide feedback on effectiveness on menu to Chef Manager and Catering

Manager.

•  Provide for any special dietary requirements or allergies with tasty and creative alternative meals

that are also nutritious.

•  To deal with any requests from pupils, staff, guests and parents promptly and politely.
•  Always maintain positive client relationships and build partnerships with residential and pastoral staff.
•  Project a professional image and be positive and friendly with pupils and clients. Be prepared to be in
the spotlight, up front on the servery and proud of the food you and your team have produced.
•  Ensure that cooking plans, prep or production lists are made up and giving briefings on them to duty

chefs and staff.

Budgets & Targets:

•  Assist team leader with effective budget and food purchase management to ensure we remain on

target by week, month and term.

•  Utilise purchase software Cherry Pi and Piranha recipe file for costings on events and core feeding

menu cycles.

•  Assist with training of staff on dish specification and portion control methods.
•  Make suggestions for improving work processes (food production) to maximize use of time by

Chefs on duty. Make best use of Rational cooking programs that provide a benefit of time saved or
increased of product quality.

•  Note consumption patterns and recommend adjustments to food orders with Sous Chef or Chef

Manager.

•  Stock takes are completed with accuracy and in a timely manner.
•  Be results driven on EHO audits, employee retention and morale, HSE, Food Forums and other

targets set by senior leadership.

•  Follow food prep and cooking plan list and ensure timelines are being met.

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Team Management & Leadership:

•  Attend shift briefings with Chef Manager or Sous Chef and pass on information as needed.
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In the absence of the Sous Chef supervise the day-to-day performance of staff, in line with standard
operating procedures and departmental standards.

•  Take an active role in recognizing outstanding colleague performance.
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Lead by example and be resilient under adversity.

Other:

•  Ensure work, communication and approach conforms to the ethos, values, and style of the school.

Keep up to date, and comply with the Sedbergh School’s Rules, Policies and Procedures.

•  To attend meetings and training courses as required.
•  To prepare and produce all requirements for special school functions and evening events which

may sometimes be outside normal working hours.

•  Any other expected duties as requested or required to meet the needs of the school.

These roles and responsibilities provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a
definitive list.  Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the level of this post.

Sedbergh School is committed to safeguarding & protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be
willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers
and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No 1080672

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