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Apprenticeship

Chef de partie

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
1.5 yr
typical
Sector
Catering and hospitality
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

A chef in charge of a particular area of production in a restaurant.

What you'd do

Prepare and cook dishes to specification on your kitchen section
Supervise and guide commis chefs and kitchen assistants
Complete daily mise en place and set up the section for service
Monitor food quality and presentation before dishes leave the pass
Manage stock, place orders and check deliveries for your section
Maintain food safety temperature records and hygiene standards
Assist the sous chef in menu development and recipe testing

What you'd learn

Advanced cooking techniques across multiple methods and cuisines
Menu planning and seasonal ingredient knowledge
Managing and developing junior kitchen team members
Cost control, portion management and kitchen yields
Food safety supervision and due diligence records
Kitchen equipment operation and preventive maintenance
Allergen management and dietary requirements in catering
Ready to look for a place?
See live Chef de partie apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
Find vacancies
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