Chef de Partie

Le Strange Arms; Holt; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips + Wagestream access to track and—

Flexible working hours

Employee rewards, recognition prizes

Discounts on food and rooms

Referral scheme

Job summary

Chestnut is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. We champion fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal creativity, delivering dishes that showcase quality ingredients and thoughtful cooking.

You’ll support your section day-to-day, contribute ideas, and help deliver consistent, high-quality dishes in a busy, friendly environment.

Qualifications

• CDP experience ideal, but not essential.
• Experience in a kitchen role.
• Passionate about fresh, local produce.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Chestnut standards
• Support with menu prep and seasonal updates
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
• Keep your section organised, clean and efficient
• Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth, busy services
• Help train and guide junior team members where needed

Skills

Team player

Local produce

Food safety

Cooking techniques

Busy kitchen

Job description

Chef de Partie

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our fantastic kitchen team. We champion fresh, locally sourced ingredients, seasonal creativity and dishes that showcase quality ingredients and thoughtful cooking.

The Feathers Inn is a cosy, welcoming property with a long tradition of hospitality. Known for its food‑led approach and relaxed atmosphere, it attracts guests looking for comfort and consistency. With guest rooms available, it’s also a popular stop for visitors wanting to enjoy good food alongside an easy overnight stay.

If you’re passionate about great food and enjoy working in a positive, supportive kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing…

As Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen — supporting your section, contributing ideas and helping deliver consistent, high‑quality dishes.

You’ll:

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Chestnut standards
• Support with menu prep and seasonal updates
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
• Keep your section organised, clean and efficient
• Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth, busy services
• Help train and guide junior team members where needed

You’d Be a Great Fit If You’re…

• Professional, reliable and collaborative
• Passionate about fresh, local produce
• Strong on food safety, hygiene and core cooking techniques
• Creative and detail‑focused, with pride in delivering consistent dishes
• A team player who enjoys a busy, supportive kitchen environment
• Experienced in a kitchen role (CDP experience ideal, but not essential)

Why Join Us?

• Team & individual incentives - from days out to trips abroad
• Flexible working hours for a healthy work–life balance
• Tips + Wagestream access to track and draw pay
• Real opportunities for growth and progression across all Chestnut properties
• Friends & Family discounts on food and rooms
• Access to the Chestnut Hub with hundreds of high‑street discounts
• Accredited and nationally recognised qualifications
• Employee rewards, recognition prizes & anniversary perks
• Referral scheme — earn up to £1,500 per referral

Who Are Chestnut?

Chestnut is a growing collection of pubs with rooms and Bottle Shops across East Anglia. We’re proud, humble and people‑first — our teams sit at the heart of everything we do.

We offer a variety of hours to support work–life balance, and we’re committed to creating environments where people can grow, feel supported and genuinely enjoy what they do.