Chef De Partie

Blue Arrow; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium hospitality brand in Chipping Norton is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. This role offers the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal, and organic produce, preparing high-quality dishes. Candidates should have experience in fresh food kitchens, a dedication to quality ingredients, and the ability to maintain standards under pressure. The position includes responsibilities such as supporting junior chefs and ensuring smooth service. Generous perks are offered, including medical insurance and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Discounts across dining, lifestyle, and wellness experiences

One paid volunteering day per year

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 4.5%

Life assurance cover (up to one year's salary)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support

Qualifications

• Passion for high-quality ingredients and cooking.
• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and health & safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes to menu specifications.
• Ensure your section is fully prepared for service.
• Support smooth and efficient service in a calm, professional manner.
• Mentor and guide junior chefs, sharing knowledge and passion for food.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and compliance.

Skills

Experience in fresh food kitchens

Ability to deliver consistent excellence under pressure

Mentoring and guiding junior chefs

Job description

Chef de Partie

Salary: £37,500 OTE (based on 48 hours per week)

Contract: Full-time

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join a dynamic culinary team within a premium hospitality environment. This is a chance to work with fresh, seasonal, and organic produce, creating dishes that balance classical technique with modern creativity.

You'll take ownership of your section, preparing and executing dishes to a high standard while supporting junior chefs. The role calls for someone with experience in fresh food kitchens, a love of quality ingredients, and the ability to deliver consistent excellence under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute dishes to menu specifications
• Ensure your section is fully prepared for service
• Support smooth and efficient service in a calm, professional manner
• Mentor and guide junior chefs, sharing knowledge and passion for food
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and health & safety compliance

Perks & Benefits

• Discounts across dining, lifestyle, and wellness experiences from day one
• One paid volunteering day per year with a charity of your choice
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 4.5%
• Life assurance cover (up to one year's salary)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support

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