Chef de Partie

Shepherd Neame Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team in a historic setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your culinary skills while working in a supportive environment. With a commitment to excellent service and cuisine, you will be part of a team that values collaboration and passion for food. The position comes with competitive pay, tips, and various discounts, making it an attractive opportunity for anyone looking to advance their culinary career. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a legacy that spans over 300 years.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Share of tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drink

25% discount on hotel bookings

Up to 40% discount from Visitor Centre Shop

Discounts on high street shops

Access to Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven catering experience is essential for this role.
• A great team player who loves food and is motivated.

Responsibilities

• Play a vital role in delivering outstanding service and cuisine.
• Work collaboratively within a friendly and supportive kitchen team.

Skills

Catering Experience

Team Player

Motivation

Job description

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. If you have prior catering experience, are seeking a new challenge, and wish to develop your culinary career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in one of Canterbury’s oldest buildings, the Parrot was established on Roman foundations in the 14th century. Nestled on a picturesque cobbled street in Canterbury’s heart, the pub features medieval beams, oak flooring, and authentic open fires, creating an atmospheric setting for food and drink.

We recognize that excellent chefs are essential to a successful kitchen. As part of our friendly and supportive team, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding service and cuisine to our guests.

If you have proven catering experience, love food, are motivated, and a great team player, we are willing to train you and teach you everything else you need to know.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive hourly pay
• A share of tips in addition to your hourly wage
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Sheps Hut discounts and offers on hundreds of high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Opportunities for development and internal movement within our pubs, brewery, and support offices
• Flexible working hours

Although Shepherd Neame is Britain’s oldest brewer, our approach remains innovative. We are an authentic, independent business that is flexible and agile, which has helped us thrive. Our success is rooted in the following Sheps Skills:

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

WHO ARE WE?
Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in Faversham, Kent, for over 300 years. As an independent family business, we boast an award-winning visitor centre and operate over 300 pubs and hotels across London and the South East, from the City to the Kent coast. We employ around 1,500 staff across our pub estate and more than 270 at our brewery and support office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are central to Shepherd Neame. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to reach their potential.