Chef De Partie
Company: WSH Group
Role summary
Chef De Partie is a role at WSH Group in Oxford, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-21. Salary: GBP 30,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Chef De Partie
- Company
- WSH Group
- Location
- Oxford, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Hospitality
- Salary
- GBP 30,000 per year
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-21
You’ll love the balance this role offers, as it’s a rare Monday-to-Friday schedule that lets you enjoy your weekends off. With a generous benefits package—including a birthday day off and clear pathways for career growth—this is a fantastic chance to develop your culinary skills in a supportive, professional kitchen environment.
Job description
Company Description
Title: Chef De Partie
Location: Eynsham Oxford
Salary: up to £30,000 per annum
37.7 hours per week - Monday to Friday
Benefits:
28 Days holiday including bank holidays
Plus your birthday off
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Secondary career leave
Wedding/commitment day leave
Free meals on shift
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme
Are you a culinary connoisseur and gastronomic genius? Do you have an insatiable passion for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create masterful dishes that delight the senses? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish and your talents shine. We wholeheartedly believe that the best food comes from nurturing talent, and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve and refine their craft, that’s why invest in you to develop your professional growth.
As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
Are you a Chef De Partie looking for your next role and a rewarding, progressive opportunity?
Benefits:
28 days holiday
3 volunteering days
3 days grandparent leave
24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
Bespoke training and development opportunities
Pension and life insurance
Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
Wellbeing hub
Access to employee assistance programme
Free meals whilst at work
Career development opportunities
HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels
Job Description
As a Chef De Partie you will collaborate with our culinary team to craft flavourful dishes that nourish both body and mind
As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Head Chef in all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
Ensure the quality and presentation of all dishes meet the company's standards and client expectations.
Supervise and train kitchen staff, kitchen assistants, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation procedures.
Assist in menu planning and development, taking into consideration dietary restrictions, nutritional guidelines, and seasonal ingredients.
Oversee stock control and ordering to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing waste.
Collaborate with the catering team to execute special events, themed dinners, and other culinary initiatives.
Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment, always following health and safety regulations.
Support the Head Chef in administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and maintaining records of food costs and inventory.
Stay updated on industry trends, culinary techniques, and new ingredients to continuously enhance the menu offerings and overall dining experience.
Foster a positive working environment by demonstrating leadership qualities, effective communication, and teamwork.
Qualifications
Previous experience working in a similar role within a contract catering company or educational institution preferred.
Culinary degree or relevant certifications from a recognized culinary institute.
Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume kitchen environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Fun and enthusiastic
Have excellent organisation skills.
Be a team player and enjoy succeeding as a team.
Have a flexible approach to work.
Additional Information
For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.
We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.
Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.
Join us, and be part of the food revolution!
BaxterStorey Values:
ALWAYS VISIONARY
We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.
WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE
We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.
CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE
We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.
FOREVER CONSCIOUS
We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.
Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all age