An opportunity has become available for a Chef de Partie to join an established, successful and large educational charity in Cumbria on the edge of both the North York Moors and Lake District National Park.

If you are thinking of relocating, then this is the perfect base for your new adventures. Whether your passion is walking or running through the Howgill Fells, exploring the beautiful Lake District, kayaking on the local lakes and rivers, caving around Ingleton or climbing at one of the many outdoor and indoor locations. Why spend your free time travelling to the fun when you could be living here?

Employing over two hundred staff, across various sites, and catering for students, events and holiday makers, our client operates a large catering operation where the emphasis is on efficiently providing exceptional food.

The role is permanent, full time, and live-in (within a nice, shared house) is available for only £300 per month.

Your new job

• Prepare and cook delicious, nutritional food.
• Lead a small team while on shift; giving briefings as needed and gaining engagement from colleagues.
• Be aware of and monitor food budget and food spend, minimizing waste and over production.
• Assist with food for events and functions.
• Provide the highest quality service.
• Ensure highest standards of food safety are maintained.
• Health and safety management.
• Assist with cleaning of the kitchen and catering areas.
• Administration and record updates.
• And a whole lot more! There is plenty of variety in this role.

About you

• 3-5 years chef experience in commercial kitchens including reputable hotels, banqueting or restaurants.
• Experience of all sections.
• An eye for quality and pride in your work.
• Confident with great people skills.
• A motivated and enthusiastic individual.
• Supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Salary and benefits

• Starting salary of £26,752 per year.
• Permanent staff position.
• Company pension scheme.
• Career development
• Subsidised accommodation available to assist with relocation.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free food whilst on shift.
• Fully funded training up to NVQ Level 3 available.
• Full uniform provided Hours:
• Up to 40 hours per week (5/7 days per week shift pattern with family friendly shifts).

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to, permanently, live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.