5 days out of 7 Monday to Friday
13.92 per hour
Sodexo benefits
Position: Chef de Partie
At Sodexo, we're passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences that truly make a difference. We are seeking a committed and motivated
Chef de Partie
to join our team at the
Scottish Parliament Edinburgh EH99 1SP
In this role, you'll support senior chefs in the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen, while helping lead and inspire the kitchen team.
What you'll do:
Support senior chefs in the day-to-day running of the kitchen and delegation of duties
Ensure all aspects of food preparation, presentation, service, and cleanliness meet company standards
Assist with food ordering, ensuring stock is well managed, cost-effective, and rotated correctly
Monitor and control food costs, working within agreed gross profit margins
Maintain high standards of food hygiene, allergen control, safety, and cleanliness in line with HACCP and statutory requirements
Complete temperature and cleaning records daily, ensuring compliance at all times
Support and motivate the team, fostering enthusiasm, customer focus, and teamwork
Contribute to menu planning, special functions, and the department's marketing plan to encourage sales
Engage directly with customers, serving when required and gathering feedback to enhance the food offering
Supervise cleaning of kitchen equipment, counters, and service areas to agreed standards
Assist with weekly stocktakes, performance reviews, and team training
Be flexible with shift patterns to meet business needs, including occasional support at special events outside standard hours
What we're looking for:
Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar professional kitchen role
Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen awareness, and HACCP practices
Excellent communication and leadership skills to supervise and motivate a team
A passion for delivering high-quality food and outstanding customer service
Flexibility to support wider catering operations when require
Consistently delivering a high-quality food service with no customer complaints
Achieving excellent results in environmental health inspections and internal audits
Delivering 5-star customer service and food presentation at all times
Meeting all KPI targets for catering service delivery
Maintaining compliance with food hygiene certification and training requirements
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll have access to:
Unlimited wellbeing support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP service for you and your family
Sodexo Discounts Scheme across high-street and online retailers
Pension plan membership
Learning and career development opportunities
Enhanced leave policies and employee benefits across Sodexo UK & Ireland
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone, building a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily.
We are an
inclusive and forces-friendly employer
, committed to supporting people from all backgrounds. We proudly run Employee Networks (Pride, Parents & Carers, Disability & Ability, So Together, Generations, and Origins) to create a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are also a
Disability Confident Leader
employer and guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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Ready to bring your passion for food to the heart of the Scottish Parliament? Apply today.
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