Chef De Partie

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Hartford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run café restaurant in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join their team. This role offers daytime shifts only, allowing for a healthy work-life balance, with a salary of up to £29,000 depending on experience. Candidates should have prior experience in a kitchen and a solid understanding of food safety. The position includes various benefits, including a 40-hour working contract, weekends off, and opportunities for training and career progression. Apply now to take the next step in your culinary career.

Benefits

Competitive salary

40-hour working contract

Daytime shifts only

Weekends off

Generous staff discount

Training and career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role required.
• Self-motivated and quality-driven approach.
• Hands-on and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of menu items.
• Maintain quality and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Manage stock and reduce wastage.
• Support the back-of-house team in operations.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety understanding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Chef de Partie – Huntingdon Café Restaurant (up to £29,000 depending on experience)

My client is offering you the chance to work daytime shifts only with no evening service—a rare opportunity in hospitality that gives you your evenings back, plus a fair rota pattern for weekends off and closure on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

This is your opportunity to join a family‑run business that's part of a national business group, where genuine career opportunities await and you'll be part of a company that has grown exponentially in the last 4 years.

Role Overview

As a Chef de Partie, you'll play a key role in a busy kitchen where your culinary skills and passion for quality food will make a real difference to customers' dining experiences. You'll work alongside the Head Chef and Restaurant Manager, ensuring consistent food quality across all service, managing stock control to minimise wastage, and supporting the back‑of‑house team in delivering exceptional standards.

Responsibilities

This role gives you the chance to develop your craft in a fast‑paced environment, showcase your creative flair and attention to detail, and contribute to a kitchen that prides itself on excellent customer service. You'll work within clear health and safety guidelines while being trusted to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key duties include:

• Assisting in the preparation and cooking of menu items to the highest standards
• Maintaining quality and hygiene throughout the kitchen
• Managing stock and minimising wastage
• Supporting the back‑of‑house team and ensuring smooth operation

Qualifications

This Chef de Partie position would suit an enthusiastic chef with previous experience in a similar role who has a solid understanding of food safety legislation and kitchen procedures. Your self‑motivated, quality‑driven approach and excellent communication skills will be highly valued. If you're proactive, hands‑on, and keen to learn and develop your career in a supportive environment where work‑life balance is genuinely respected, this role offers the perfect opportunity to grow.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – up to £29,000 (DOE)
• 40‑hour working contract
• Daytime shifts only with no evening working
• Fair rota pattern for weekends off, plus closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day
• Generous staff discount, training and development opportunities, and great career progression
• Part of a family‑run business committed to providing unforgettable dining experiences for discerning customers, constantly evolving and expanding

If you're ready to step into this exciting Chef de Partie opportunity and be part of a supportive team that values your skills, Select Recruitment would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.