Chef de Partie

Young's Pubs; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pub and restaurant in Newbury is seeking a Chef De Partie to deliver high-quality food and excellent service. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role or a strong background as a Commire Chef. Responsibilities include menu collaboration and maintaining kitchen standards. The position offers opportunities for professional development, such as culinary masterclasses and apprenticeship schemes, along with attractive benefits like discounts, shared tronc, and more.

Benefits

Access to Chef development programs

Apprenticeship Scheme

Culinary Masterclasses

20% discount at Young's Pubs

30% discount on overnight stays

Free meals on duty

Generous Share of tronc

Weekly pay

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 Days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Commire Chef looking for advancement.
• Ability to deliver quality fresh food in a welcoming environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Champion excellent service through quality food.
• Deliver fantastic food every time in a busy environment.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu design.

Skills

Passion for quality food

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on kitchen experience

Planning and organisational skills

Job description

Chef De Partie 40hrs over 5 days, including weekends Potential of Live In accommodation - to be discussed

The Carnarvon Arms is an up‑and‑coming Pub, Restaurant & Hotel. We strive for customer service and great quality food. Located next door to Highclere castle ensures that we are busy. We have a great community feel that will continue to grow. So come check us out, and become a part of our amazing team!!

What we offer :

• Access to our CDP - Sous Chef development programme and beyond : The majority of our Head Chef appointments are internal.
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work.
• Access to our Culinary Masterclasses to sharpen your skills.
• 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
• Free meals on duty
• Generous Share of tronc
• Weekly pay
• Sharesave Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 Days holiday per year

What we look for in a Chef de Partie :

We are looking for an existing Chef de Partie or an excellent Commire Chef looking for their next step, who considers themselves to have a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome.

As the successful Chef de Partie you will :

• Have experience championing excellent service through quality food.
• Demonstrate a passion to deliver fantastic food every time.
• Be an active hands‑on Chef de Partie / Kitchen Supervisor.
• Show willingness to learn new skills, be an active team player with excellent communication skills.
• Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials.
• Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour.
• Have a pro‑active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams.