Chef de Partie

Le Strange Arms; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives for team & individuals

Flexible working hours

Tips + Wagestream access

Growth opportunities across Chestnut

Friends & Family discounts on food and

Access to Chestnut Hub discounts

Accredited qualifications

Referral scheme

Job summary

Chestnut is recruiting a Chef de Partie for The Packhorse Inn in Newmarket. You will join a kitchen team that champions fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal creativity, delivering high-quality dishes in a welcoming inn setting.

You’ll support the section, contribute ideas, and help train junior colleagues while maintaining hygiene standards and efficient workflows in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Commitment to delivering high-quality dishes.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Team player with a positive attitude and reliability.
• Interest in fresh, local produce and seasonal menus.
• Willingness to learn and support junior team members.

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

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 Packhorse Inn holds a special place in the Chestnut story as the property where it all began. Located in Newmarket, it has long been known as a welcoming, food‑led inn with a strong connection to its local community. Blending traditional character with a lively, relaxed atmosphere, it offers both dining and guest rooms, making it a familiar and much‑loved place for locals and visitors alike.

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.

Ready to join a supportive team and cook great food with great people?