Elior UK
Café - Chef de Partie
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About Lexington Catering
Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focuses on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.
At Lexington Catering we’re on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Chef de Partie to lead our team at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, which has been a destination for music makers for over 90 years. The Studios host some of the world’s greatest artists, producers, composers, and musicians.
About the Role
This role offers the chance to work in Abbey Road’s restaurant and in-studio dining offering; a hub that sits at the heart of the Studios, home for our team and creative community.
To ensure customers are served in a friendly and efficient manner and the staff restaurant is set up to the highest standards expected from Lexington, customers, and the client.
What You’ll Be Doing…
As a Chef de Partie, you will support, organise, mentor, and train members of the kitchen team in line with company procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure food preparation and control meets requirements in respect of COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported
- Support the manager in maintaining, ordering, and controlling food stocks within budget
- Maintain up-to-date product and menu knowledge, and maintain a high standard of food preparation and presentation, ensuring portion and quality control
- Ensuring high standards of cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen and of equipment
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Our Ideal Chef de Partie Will:
- Possess a passion for food
- Be focused on the front line
- Have a genuine interest in customer service excellence
- Be a team player
- Have previous experience of working in a kitchen in a similar role
Working Pattern:
- 5 out of 7 days
- 40 hours per week
Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!
At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
- Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
- Flexible working - including part-time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
- Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
- Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal, or unexpected.
- Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
- Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
- Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
- Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
- Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!
- One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.
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Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.
And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.
Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!
We Celebrate You!
At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.
Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!
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