Become part of a close-knit team that takes pride in creating exceptional food experiences for students, staff, and guests.
Worcester College is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join our skilled and dedicated kitchen team. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, diverse cuisine for a wide range of occasions – from daily meals for our students and Fellows to prestigious banquets, conferences, and special events.
In this key role, you’ll be responsible for the preparation and production of food to the highest standards across our kitchens. You’ll have the opportunity to lead sections, mentor junior chefs, and occasionally take full charge as the duty chef, ensuring excellence in food quality, hygiene, and safety.
You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team in a stunning 26-acre setting in central Oxford, with modern facilities and a long-standing culture of culinary excellence.
Staff are requested to work in a way which reduces their environmental impact and uses resources effectively. This includes commitment to the College Environmental Sustainability Policy, and Procurement and Purchasing Policy.
What we’re looking for
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. City & Guilds 706 1/2, NVQ, or equivalent experience)
- Strong experience working across different kitchen sections, ideally in a busy, high-volume environment
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team
- A flexible, reliable approach and willingness to develop your skills
- Excellent cooking skills across larder, pastry, sauce, and vegetarian dishes
What we offer
- 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Membership of the Oxford University Pension Scheme (OSPS)
- Uniform provided
- Generous training and development opportunities
- Discounted bus pass scheme
- Access to beautiful college gardens, grounds, and University sites, including the Botanic Garden and Arboretum
Whether you’re looking to build your career or bring your culinary expertise to a new and inspiring setting, this is a great opportunity to take the next step.
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Make your application
To submit an application, please complete the application form below. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. Please also complete the Equality Monitoring Questionnaire by following the link below.
If you do not hear from us within a week of the deadline, we are unfortunately unable to take your application further. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the end date should a suitable candidate be found.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Worcester College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. We actively support and celebrate diversity amongst our staff and students. As a Disability Confident employer, we commit to making all reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process, working arrangements and environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability. Please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application or if you have a disability which you feel may affect your application.