Chef de Partie

Knekt Hub Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious 2AA Rosette-standard kitchen as a Chef de Partie in Waddesdon. You'll thrive in a high-performing team, ensuring quality dishes while contributing to menu development in a supportive and creative environment. This role offers excellent growth opportunities with competitive salary and benefits, perfect for a chef looking to elevate their career.

Benefits

20% staff discount in affiliated restaurants and shops

Matched company pension scheme (up to 10%)

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi level chef ready to step up.
• Fine dining or AA Rosette-level background desired.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Running your own section efficiently and confidently.
• Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard.
• Supporting junior chefs with training and guidance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Creativity

Communication

Time Management

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

Job description

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Job Title: Chef de Partie
Location: Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire
Salary: Up to £30,000 per year, including approx. £5,000 TRONC
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: 48 hours per week, over 4 days
Holidays: 33 days (including public holidays)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity for a skilled Chef de Partie to join a highly regarded 2AA Rosette-standard kitchen in Waddesdon. This position is ideal for a chef who’s confident running a section independently and wants to be part of a high-performing team that values precision, creativity, and consistency.

You’ll work alongside a passionate brigade, helping deliver exceptional dishes and maintaining the high standards expected from a kitchen operating at an award-winning level. You'll have room to grow your skills further while playing a key role in daily kitchen operations.

What You'll Be Doing

Running your own section efficiently and confidently

Preparing and cooking dishes to a consistent, high standard

Supporting junior chefs with training and guidance

Ensuring meticulous plating and presentation

Upholding excellent food hygiene and kitchen safety

Taking part in mise en place, stock control, and cleaning duties

Contributing ideas to menu development and seasonal updates

Who We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience at Demi level, ready to step up

Fine dining or AA Rosette-level background is desirable

Excellent attention to detail and consistency

A calm, team-focused individual who leads by example

Creative mindset with a solid understanding of modern British cuisine and seasonal produce

Strong communication and time management skills

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Relevant culinary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

Salary up to £30,000 including TRONC

48-hour week over 4 days

33 days annual leave (including public holidays), increasing with service

20% staff discount in affiliated restaurants and shops

Matched company pension scheme (up to 10%)

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for development and progression within a respected, supportive team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Chef de Partie to take the next step in their career within a kitchen that champions excellence, seasonality, and creativity. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a professional, award-winning team—we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a short note introducing yourself and your interest in the role.