Chef de partie

Shepherd Neame; Lenham; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay + tips

Early wage withdrawal

Food & drink discounts

Staff pension

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Shepherd Neame’s Dog and Bear Hotel in Lenham, Kent is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a section of the kitchen, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standard and supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver exceptional quality.

This part-time, permanent role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities to develop your career within Britain’s oldest brewer. Join a team with flexible hours, staff benefits and training.

Qualifications

• Chef de Partie experience preferred.
• Ability to work closely with kitchen team.
• Commitment to hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead your kitchen section, ensuring dishes meet company standards.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Uphold hygiene, safety and food safety standards.
• Assist with stock control and ordering as needed.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Pride and Passion

Working Together

Authenticity

Sheps Spirit

Job description

Employment type: Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 12.90 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

Overlooking the village square in Lenham, Kent, the Dog and Bear Hotel combines the friendly atmosphere of a local pub with all the comforts of a contemporary hotel and restaurant. It embraces that unique heritage, retaining historic character features such as oak beams, and traditional décor and houses 24 en-suite bedrooms.

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?