Chef de partie

Royal Tankerton; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay with tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drink

25% discount on overnight stays

Up to 40% off Shop purchases

Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut

Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame is seeking a Part-Time Chef de Partie to lead a section in the kitchen. You will prepare dishes to high standards and support the Head Chef to deliver quality dining experiences at the Crown in Blackheath.

Benefits include competitive hourly pay with tips, pension and flexible hours, plus employee discounts on food, drink, and stays. You’ll join a team that values pride, teamwork, and authentic service.

Qualifications

• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Working Together – you take ownership and guide others positively.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.
• Sheps Spirit – you enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to company standards.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance standards at all times.
• Assist with stock control and ordering when required.
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop their skills.

Job description

Employment type: Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £13.80 per hour

Chef de Partie – Take the Lead in Our Kitchen with Britain’s Oldest Brewer!

At Shepherd Neame, we know that great food is at the heart of a memorable experience. As a Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in running your section of the kitchen, preparing dishes to the highest standard, and supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver exceptional quality. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills and develop your career.

Where You’ll Be Working

A former coaching inn dating back to the 16th century, the Crown is at the heart of bustling Blackheath Village, with an alfresco area at the front of the pub providing the perfect spot for soaking up Blackheath’s cosmopolitan atmosphere.

What You’ll Do

• Take responsibility for your section, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to company standards.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and compliance standards at all times.
• Assist with stock control and ordering when required.
• Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop their skills.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive hourly pay plus a share of tips
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight stays at Managed House Hotels
• Up to 40% off select purchases from our Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Exclusive discounts via Sheps Hut on hundreds of high street brands
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Career development opportunities across our pubs, Brewery, and Support Office
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for behaviours that make a great Chef de Partie:

• Pride and Passion – you care about quality, presentation, ensure consistency and high standards.
• Working Together – you take ownership and guide others positively.
• Authenticity – you stay calm and proactive when things get busy.
• Sheps Spirit – you enjoy working collaboratively and supporting colleagues.

Why Shepherd Neame?

Our culture is built on Sheps Spirit, Working Together, Pride and Passion, and Authenticity—values that have guided us for over 300 years. When you join us, you become part of a team that celebrates tradition while shaping the future.

Ready to bring your personality and passion to the kitchen?