Chef De Partie

Concept Technical; Alcester; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious fresh food establishment in England is seeking an ambitious Chef De Partie. This role offers a chance to thrive in a quality-driven kitchen focusing on modern British cuisine and fresh ingredients. Responsibilities include supporting the Head Chef, mentoring junior chefs, and ensuring high culinary standards. Ideal candidates will bring proven experience in high-end environments and strong leadership skills. The position comes with competitive salary and benefits promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

40-hour working week

Staff discounts

Free on-site parking

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CDP in a high-end restaurant or hotel environment.
• Strong background in modern British cuisine focusing on seasonal, locally sourced produce.
• Excellent leadership and kitchen management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in leading and developing the kitchen brigade.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence.
• Maintain high culinary standards with a focus on quality.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary talent

Teamwork

Job description

Chef De Partie - Fresh Food Pub Warwickshire

Salary: £35,000

Driving: Due to the Location, you must be able to drive unless you live very locally

This role is ideal for a CDP looking to progress

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Chef De Partie to join a prestigious, fresh food establishment. This role is perfect for a chef who thrives in a quality-driven kitchen, takes pride in modern British cuisine, and has a passion for crafting dishes using fresh food only.

This is not just a job, but a career-defining opportunity to work in a beautiful location, within a highly professional yet supportive environment where culinary standards are second to none.

The Role

As Chef De Partie, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting and working alongside a highly skilled and inspirational Head Chef. Together, you'll deliver a seasonally inspired à la carte menu. You'll be entrusted with significant responsibility and encouraged to take ownership of key aspects of the kitchen's success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Head Chef in leading, motivating, and developing a talented brigade.
• Have a strong presence to run the line on busy shifts
• Taking full responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Consistently maintaining and exceeding high culinary standards, with a strong focus on quality and presentation.
• Contributing to menu development, with the opportunity to showcase your creativity and innovation.
• Mentoring, training, and inspiring junior chefs, nurturing their skills and helping to develop the next generation of culinary talent.
• Ensuring best practice across health, safety, and food hygiene standards.

Requirements

We are looking for a chef who brings both culinary talent and strong leadership qualities to the role.

• Proven experience as a CDP within a high-end restaurant or hotel environment (essential).
• Strong background in modern British cuisine, with a focus on seasonal and locally sourced produce.
• Excellent leadership and kitchen management skills, with the ability to lead by example.
  
• A calm, professional approach with a “firm but fair” management style.
• A team player with a passion for consistency and excellence.
• Valid UK work visa or settled status.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Contracted 40-hour working week - promoting work-life balance
• Staff discounts across the business
• Free on-site parking
• Fantastic career progression opportunities within a highly regarded kitchen, pushing for further accolades