Role Introduction

We are currently looking for a Demi Chef de Partie with a hunger to learn and grow within our impressive and supportive team at Eton College. As a Demi Chef de Partie you will concentrate and focus on the salad bars, cold buffets and chilled breakfast items but may also be required to assist in all areas of the kitchen for breakfast, lunch and dinner, whilst ensuring the kitchen areas are kept clean and tidy. You will maintain Health & Safety standards while providing excellent customer service to pupils, staff and visitors.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Main Duties

• To prepare, cook and serve any food as delegated, ensuring the highest possible quality;
• Adhere to agreed standards for food preparation and presentation and ensure these are met at all times; to follow recipes when instructed to;
• To be innovative and creative
• Follow company procedures for food temperature checks, food labelling/dating, cleaning schedules and hygiene regulations, ensuring the necessary data is recorded in a timely and accurate manor;
• To ensure all food allergen procedures are adhered to especially for boys with special diets, whose meals are prepared and served from the main kitchen
• To remove any hazards and make safe any defects in the kitchen or equipment.  Report any issues to the Senior Chef on duty; report near misses
• Undertake relevant training relevant to the role and wider Bekynton modules;
• Commitment and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
• All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021 guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including by not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should have:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent;
• Food handler’s certificate;
• Knowledge of sanitation principles is advantageous but not essential;
• Great attention to detail and creativity;
• Good communication skills;
• Experience in working in this type of role (ideally one year).  Experience working in an academic environment would be advantageous but not essential;
• The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen;
• A passion for learning on the job;
• Experience working well within a team;
• Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative;
• Knowledge of nutrition;
• Knowledge of allergens;
• Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations.

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including; an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme (where applicable), free eyecare vouchers, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discount at local retailers and businesses.

About the College

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly. 

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and, where applicable, a Barred List, Prohibition and EEA checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

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