Chef De Partie

Knekt Hub Ltd; Basingstoke; Sur place; GBP 29 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Live-in accommodation

28 days annual leave

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Training and progression opportunities

Résumé du poste

Knekt Hub Ltd is seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join a Rosette-standard kitchen at a respected country inn in Hampshire. The role offers progression towards Junior Sous Chef and a pathway within a quality-driven brigade.

The opportunity includes a salary up to £32,000 plus around £3,000 tronc and live-in accommodation if available. Expect around 45 hours weekly with split shifts and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-quality kitchen.
• Rosette-standard experience is advantageous.
• Strong classical cookery skills with fresh ingredients.
• Seasonal, farm-to-fork approach and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay organised and calm during busy services.

Responsabilités

• Run your own section with preparation and service.
• Prepare refined seasonal dishes from local produce.
• Work across all kitchen sections as needed.
• Support seasonal menu development and quality standards.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Assist with stock control and waste reduction.
• Support junior brigade members when required.

Connaissances

Chef de Partie experience

Food hygiene

Seasonal produce

Organisation

Calm under pressure

Description du poste

Chef de Partie

Progression to Junior Sous Chef | 2 AA Rosette Country Inn | Michelin guide Listed

Up to £32,000 + Approx. £3,000 Tronc | Live-In Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade at one of Hampshire's most respected independent country inns.

Holding 2 AA Rosettes, Listed in the Michelin Guide and consistently recognised for its outstanding seasonal food, this award-winning destination has built its reputation on exceptional British produce, honest cooking and a genuine farm-to-fork philosophy.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Chef de Partie looking to further their career within a quality-driven kitchen, with genuine progression towards Junior Sous Chef available for the right individual.

The Venue

Set within the Hampshire countryside, this award-winning independent inn has earned an outstanding reputation for ingredient-led cooking, warm hospitality and an uncompromising approach to quality.

The kitchen works with an ever-changing seasonal menu, using produce grown and reared on the estate alongside the very best ingredients from trusted local suppliers. From home-reared livestock and honey to fruit, vegetables and herbs grown on-site, the emphasis is firmly on cooking from the ground up using exceptional raw ingredients.

Led by an experienced chef-owner with a genuine passion for classical cookery and craftsmanship, this is a kitchen where quality always comes before shortcuts.

The Role

Working closely with the Chef Owner and experienced brigade, you'll take responsibility for your own section while continuing to develop your skills within a highly respected Rosette-standard kitchen.

This role would suit either an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a long-term home or an ambitious chef ready to progress towards Junior Sous Chef.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Running your own section throughout preparation and service
• Preparing refined seasonal dishes using exceptional local produce
• Working confidently across all areas of the kitchen
• Supporting the development of seasonal menus
• Maintaining consistently high standards of presentation and quality
• Assisting with stock control and minimising waste
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen organisation
• Supporting junior members of the brigade where required

The Package

• Up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Approximately £3,000 annual tronc
• Around 45 hours per week
• Primarily split shifts
• Flexible working arrangements considered where possible for the right candidate
• Live-in accommodation available (subject to availability)
• 28 days annual leave
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing training and career development
• Genuine progression opportunities within an established independent business

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality fresh-food kitchen
• Experience within Rosette-standard kitchens is advantageous
• Strong classical cookery skills and confidence working with fresh ingredients
• A genuine passion for seasonal British produce
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• The ability to remain calm and consistent during busy services
• A desire to build a long-term career within a quality-led independent kitchen

Why This Role?

This is a kitchen built around craftsmanship, not convenience.

You'll work alongside an experienced chef-owner who is passionate about developing talented chefs, producing exceptional food from outstanding ingredients and continually refining an already highly regarded 2 AA Rosette offering.

If you're looking to work with genuinely seasonal produce, develop your skills in a supportive brigade and progress your career within one of Hampshire's most respected independent kitchens, this is an outstanding opportunity.