WORCESTER COLLEGE, OXFORD

CHEF DE PARTIE

Salary: College grade 4.5 – 4.9, £29,588 – £33,002 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including evenings/weekends on rota)

Become part of a close-knit team that takes pride in creating exceptional food experiences for students, staff, and guests.

Due to internal promotion and expansion of the kitchen team Worcester College is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join our skilled and dedicated kitchen team. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, diverse cuisine for a wide range of occasions – from daily meals for our students and Fellows to prestigious banquets, conferences, and special events.

In this key role, you’ll be responsible for the preparation and production of food to the highest standards across our kitchens. You’ll have the opportunity to lead sections, mentor junior chefs, and occasionally take full charge as the duty chef, ensuring excellence in food quality, hygiene, and safety.

You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team in a stunning 26-acre setting in central Oxford, with modern facilities and a long-standing culture of culinary excellence.

Staff are requested to work in a way which reduces their environmental impact and uses resources effectively. This includes commitment to the College Environmental Sustainability Policy, and Procurement and Purchasing Policy

What we’re looking for:
·        Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds 706 1/2, NVQ, or equivalent experience)

· Strong experience working across different kitchen sections, ideally in a busy, high-volume environment

· Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

· Confidence working independently and as part of a team

· A flexible, reliable approach and willingness to develop your skills

· Excellent cooking skills across larder, pastry, sauce, and vegetarian dishes

What we offer:
·        38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

· Membership of the Oxford University Pension Scheme (OSPS)

· Uniform provided

· Generous training and development opportunities

· Discounted bus pass scheme

· Access to beautiful college gardens, grounds, and University sites, including the Botanic Garden and Arboretum

Whether you’re looking to build your career or bring your culinary expertise to a new and inspiring setting, this is a great opportunity to take the next step.

Please follow the link to apply:

Application form- Professional

Please also complete the EDI form by following the link attached:

Closing date for applications: Until the vacancy is filled

Worcester College is an equal opportunities employer

Job Description

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Worcester College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified
candidates from all backgrounds. We actively support and celebrate diversity amongst our staff and students.
As a Disability Confident employer, we commit to making all reasonable adjustments to our recruitment
process, working arrangements and environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability. Please
let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application or if you
have a disability which you feel may affect your application.