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Chef De Partie
Chef de Partie (Towcester, Permanent - £29'120 p.a.)
Company Description
At BaxterStorey, we believe the best food comes from nurturing talent and empowering our chefs to thrive. For nearly 20 years, we’ve delivered exceptional dining experiences across offices, stadiums, universities, and beyond—melding beautiful spaces, exciting menus, and friendly teams to ensure every customer enjoys hospitality of the highest standard.
We don’t just create great food—we develop great people. As a team, we’re driven by a culture of continuous improvement and foster an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports growth.
Are you a culinary visionary eager to shine? You’ll love our supportive, forward-thinking approach, where creativity is encouraged, training is invested in, and work-life balance is prioritised.
The Role: Chef de Partie
Join our kitchen as a key player, ensuring flawless execution of dishes while spearheading innovation under the guidance of our Head Chef. Whether you’re overseeing station preparation, refining recipes, or mentoring junior team members, this role is for those passionate about culinary excellence and passionate growth.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Execution
- Prepare and cook dishes to recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef, maintaining food safety at all times.
- Ensure consistency in presentation, taste, and quality across all dishes served.
Station Management
- Oversee your designated workstation, managing ingredient stock, supplies, and cleanliness.
- Lead kitchen operations efficiently, adhering to policies and procedures.
Quality Control & Innovation
- Uphold rigorous standards for presentation and taste.
- Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop, taste, and refine new recipes.
- Provide creative suggestions for dish improvements or culinary innovation.
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Team Collaboration & Support
- Communicate clearly with teammates and support all kitchen staff where necessary.
Cleaning & Maintenance
- Maintain hygiene, organisation, and equipment functionality in the kitchen.
Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience as a Commis Chef or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and cross-cuisine expertise.
- Robust understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and time management.
- Outstanding communication and teamwork skills.
- Alignment with BaxterStorey’s core values (ALWAYS VISIONARY, WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE, CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE).
Bonus:
- Experience working under Head Chef or Sous Chef direction.
Benefits: Why BaxterStorey?
- Holiday & time off: 28 days (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off.
- Flexibility: 3 volunteering days, 3 grandparent leave days.
- Paternity & parenthood support: 24 weeks’ enhanced maternity leave + secondary carer leave.
- Cultural perks: Leave for wedding/commitment ceremonies.
- Fatigue-free: Enjoy free meals on shift.
- Personal growth:
- Bespoke training and development programs.
- Apprenticeship opportunities for all experience levels.
- Wellbeing: Pension, life insurance, wellbeing hub, and employee assistance program.
- Perks & discounts: Free access to Perkbox (high-street stores, holidays, cinema).
- Cycle scheme & inclusive policies: Cycle-to-work scheme, dedicated ED&I commitment.
Why Join BaxterStorey?
- Shape your career: We’re dedicated to supercharging team members’ careers and developing talents into hospitality legends.
- Contribute to change: Participate in a food revolution, revolutionising hospitality with innovation and inclusivity.
- Work with purpose: Join a team that’s driven by passion, creativity, and sustainability, striving to set the standard in hospitality culture.
- Make a lasting impact: Help deliver experiences that users will remember.
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Our Values (Our Culture Blueprint)
- ALWAYS VISIONARY: We never settle—we push boundaries, never compromise, and lead by example.
- WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE: We’re motivating, inspiring, and infectious in our enthusiasm for hospitality.
- CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE: Diversity fuels creativity—we all work together to succeed.
- FOREVER CONSCIOUS: We operate with sustainability, community focus, and ethical responsibility at the core.
Market-Proof Hire: Put Your Passion Forward
Experience > Experience? We believe in potential over pedigree. If you’re hardworking, hungry to learn, and driven to grow, we’d love to see how you could thrive—even if your journey into this role hasn’t been linear. applies who reflect slightly different backgrounds and abilities without hesitation.
Just as we provide diverse cuisines, your skills should not limit formula — come as you are, with passion and ambition.
BaxterStorey: Embracing Inclusivity
We proudly commit to equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I), ensuring our team represents all corners of society and empowers everyone to succeed. Join us, and bring your uniquely valuable perspective to the table.
Application & Contact
Interested? If you believe you’d excel in this vibrant, dynamic kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.
- Hours: 40 hours per week – Permanent
- Salary: Up to £29,120 p.a.
- Location: Towcester
Apply now and be part of the BaxterStorey team turning great kitchens into unforgettable customer experiences.
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