Chef de Partie

Shepherd Neame; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, is in search of a Chef de Partie for their kitchen team. This role offers the chance to work in a historic setting known for excellent British and Mexican cuisine. The successful candidate will contribute to food quality and service, receiving training to sharpen their culinary skills.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay rate

Share of tips

Early wage withdrawal scheme

25% discount on food and drinks

Percentage discounts on hotel bookings

Up to 40% off selected items from the Visitor Centre

Access to discounts on high street shops

Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform

Company pension plan

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Proven catering experience required.
• Motivation and willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding service and food quality for guests.
• Join a friendly and supportive kitchen team.

Skills

Catering Experience

Team Player

Passion for Food

Job description

Shepherd Neame is looking for a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. If you have previous catering experience, are seeking a new challenge, and want to advance your career in the kitchen, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Located in Bearstead, near Maidstone, the Oak on the Green is situated on one of England's most picturesque village greens. Established in 1665, the Oak Inn has hosted notable visitors including Baroness Orczy, creator of the Scarlet Pimpernel, and cricketer Alfred Percy 'Tich' Freeman. Today, it is renowned for using locally sourced ingredients across its extensive menu, offering both British and Mexican cuisines.

We believe that excellent chefs are essential to a successful kitchen. As part of our friendly and supportive team, you will play a vital role in ensuring outstanding service and food quality for our guests.

If you have proven catering experience, a passion for food, motivation, and are a team player, we are willing to train you and teach you everything else you need to know.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• A share of tips in addition to your hourly pay
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• 25% discount on food and drinks at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight hotel bookings at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop in Faversham
• Access to Sheps Hut discounts and offers on high street shops and services
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• Company pension plan
• Opportunities for development and internal movement within our pubs, brewery, and support offices

Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewer, maintains a modern and innovative approach. We are an authentic, independent business that is flexible and agile, allowing us to thrive through our core values:

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

WHO ARE WE?

Based in Faversham, Kent, Shepherd Neame has been operating for over 300 years. As an independent family business, we feature an award-winning visitor centre and operate more than 300 pubs and hotels across London and the South East, from the historic City to the Kent coast. We employ approximately 1,500 staff across our pubs and over 270 at our brewery and support offices.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusion. If you believe you are suited for this role, we welcome your application regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment where all employees can reach their potential.