If you’re a talented Chef de Partie looking for a role that offers great food, a supportive team and an unbeatable work-life balance, this could be exactly what you’ve been searching for.We’re recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join the catering team at ATC Pirbright, where you’ll work in a modern, fast-paced military kitchen producing fresh, high-quality meals. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in a stable environment with structured hours, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to progress.Forget split shifts and finishing in the early hours. Here, you’ll enjoy no late nights, two weeks off at Christmas, paid overtime and real career development-all while doing what you love.Conveniently located near Woking, Guildford, Farnborough, Camberley and Aldershot, this role is perfect for chefs looking for long-term stability without sacrificing their passion for cooking.Why You’ll Love This Role

• £29,016 annual salary
• 37.5-hour working week with paid overtime available
• No late-night finishes
• Only one weekend in four
• Two weeks off over Christmas
• Free meals while on shift
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts, online GP, wellbeing support and mental health services
• Company pension and life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy more
• Industry-leading training, apprenticeships and clear career progression
• 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity with excellent long-term prospects

What You’ll Be DoingEvery day brings something different as you help deliver outstanding food to a high standard. You’ll:

• Own and run your kitchen section with confidence
• Prepare and present fresh, quality dishes
• Keep service running smoothly through excellent organisation and preparation
• Support and encourage junior chefs as they develop
• Maintain exceptional food hygiene and health & safety standards
• Help control stock, minimise waste and maximise efficiency
• Work alongside a passionate and professional kitchen team that takes pride in every service

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience as a Chef de Partie or an ambitious Commis Chef ready for the next step
• Thrives in a busy, professional kitchen
• Takes pride in producing consistently great food
• Works well under pressure and enjoys being part of a team
• Has a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen standards
• Brings enthusiasm, reliability and a genuine passion for hospitality