Chef De Partie - British Airways Lounges

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.

If you are a passionate Chef de Partie keen to make a name for yourself within the food service industry, we would love to hear from you!

This is a full-time permanent position. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work full time in the UK for the duration of the role. Unfortunately, we cannot progress applications from candidates whose current immigration permission does not permit full time permanent employment.

Job Description:

• Food Preparation – prepare and cook dishes according to the recipes and standards set by the head/sous chef; ensuring food safety standards are adhered to at all times
• Station Management – oversee the production of all dishes assigned to your station and upkeep your designated area with supplies and ensure cleanliness in line with policies and procedures
• Quality Control – maintain high quality standards for all dishes, ensuring presentation and taste is considered at all times
• Team Collaboration – communicate effectively with all other team members and assist/support all colleagues where necessary
• Menu Development – collaborate with head chef to develop and taste new recipes, providing suggestions for improvement or innovation
• Cleaning and Maintenance – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen including your designated area ensuring equipment is in good working order
• Flexible Working Shift Pattern - must be able to cover all shifts required to support operation. Early, middle and late shifts, ranging between lounge operating hours of 04:00 - 22:00, shifts are 8.5 hours each

BaxterStorey is a leading hospitality and contract catering company with almost 20 years of experience creating welcoming spaces, exciting menus, and friendly service teams across a wide range of locations, including offices, stadiums, universities, cathedrals, and airport lounges.

The company is passionate about developing its people and offers a wide range of training, apprenticeship, and career progression opportunities. With over 500 courses available across the business, BaxterStorey supports employees at every stage of their career, whether they are starting out or looking to develop further within hospitality.

BaxterStorey is also committed to inclusion, sustainability, teamwork, and creating a positive working culture. Their values focus on being visionary, positive, collaborative, and conscious, with a strong commitment to supporting local communities, protecting the planet, and building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.