Chef De Partie
Christ's College Finchley, London, N2 0SE21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
6 November 2026 at 12am (midnight)
Date listed
15 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £26,380 to £27,149 per year
Chef De Partie job summary
Work alongside and be mentored by the Head Chef at Christ’s College Finchley, Great British Menu Champion of Champions series 20, 2025- Amber Francis
Are you passionate about providing high quality nutrition for children and playing a key role in educating the next generation
on how they can develop and sustain a high-quality diet? This exceptional school seeks a highly talented individual for this post.
We have transformed the food provision for our pupils and expect the very highest standards to inspire young minds to make
the right choices for their health now and in the future. This is a unique opportunity for an inspirational Chef De Partie.
At Christ’s College Finchley, we have a long history of success. We strive to advance all the way by combining the most enduring
aspects of the CCF traditions (including high academic standards, excellent behaviour and a commitment to the personal and
social development of our pupils) with effective, innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The successful candidate will
be committed to our vision of high standards of nutrition and food education for all children.
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER
At Christ’s College Finchley we value our staff by providing a positive school climate. Our aim is to ensure a balanced,
secure and healthy workplace where our teaching and support staff can flourish. We do this because we know that our staff
are central to the success of our pupils.
Your passion for education will be evident along with essential qualities such as the ability to communicate effectively, the
ability to listen and the ability to collaborate and work with others. You will have that unique skill of monitoring and
inspiring our young people and in return we will provide you with every opportunity for a rewarding career.
Christ’s College Finchley has a high-performing workforce and staff talent which is evident by the low levels of staff
absences and turnover. Our staff wellbeing approach is a priority and, along with our focus on promoting from within, is
central to our staff retention strategy. We place great emphasis on reviewing individual workloads and time pressures to
ensure there are flexible work routines; workplace support and integration; individual and team recognition; and positive
working relationships to maintain and improve the mental and physical wellbeing of our staff.
In the same way that we have high expectations of our pupils, we have high expectations of our staff but the benefits and
rewards are multitudinous, from job satisfaction and career development to professional and lifestyle benefits.
CAREER, HEALTH AND WEALTH BENEFITS
In choosing to join us at Christ's College Finchley, you will be entitled to a range of benefits, designed to support you. We
believe that staff can only discharge their responsibility for pupils if their own wellbeing is strong and therefore we prioritise
reducing staff workload and fostering good wellbeing for all staff at CCF.
Joining a welcoming team - we tend to describe CCF as Christ's College Family - with an environment where staff are encouraged to thrive and where senior leaders focus on strategies to ensure workloads are manageable, there is flexibility where possible and that staff are recognised for the excellent work they do.
A school where teachers can teach because of strong behaviour systems and a recognition that teachers are the experts
and therefore have autonomy, with no fads or 'non-negotiables'.
A well-planned and personalised CPD programme to ensure we continue to improve year-on-year
Teaching staff have access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and support staff are
enrolled in the local government pension scheme.
Annual on-site flu jab for all staff, including those not eligible for a free NHS flu jab.
Free tea and coffee in our large staff room.
A range of social events including summer barbeques and winter socials. Cake at Break takes place every Wednesday.
On-site free parking.
A scheduled calendar for staff, published in advance, with flexibility for events such as parents' evenings, which take place
virtually, and a commitment to remaining under directed time.
Trained Mental Health First Aiders.
Eligible staff are entitled to an eye test and a contribution towards corrective glasses where they are required specifically
for display screen equipment use.
Membership of the Schools Advisory Service which provides access for staff to a range of benefits including: GP
appointment, counselling, some operations, physiotherapy and menopause support.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Christ's College Finchley
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1000 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
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