Chef de Partie

Heartwood Inns; Orpington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hospitality group in Orpington is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in a service setting, a passion for delivering quality food, and the ability to work across multiple kitchen sections. This role offers competitive pay and numerous perks, including comprehensive training and employee discounts. Join a company dedicated to growth and community spirit.

Benefits

Bespoke training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Instant pay access

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Referral Bonus up to £1,500

50% off food

Birthday gift

Long Service Recognition

Discounts via Reward Gateway

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in a service setting.
• Proven track record in delivering quality food.
• Ability to work across multiple kitchen sections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure quality and presentation of meals.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team.

Skills

Knife skills

Recipe following

Passionate about food

Job description

Chef de Partie

On Target Earnings £

• (Including TRONC)

At Heartwood Collection, we’re on the lookout for passionate and vibrant individuals to join our kitchen team as a Chef de Partie

We’re an award-winning group of cosy pubs and atmospheric brasseries that truly feel like home. From the elegance of Brasserie Blanc to the charm of Heartwood Inns, we pride ourselves on serving fresh, seasonal dishes to our local communities.

What we offer:

• Package and hourly rate includes basic + TRONC
• Bespoke training and development through our Stepping Stones programme
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program with Hospitality Action
• Instant pay access through EarlyPay
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
• Up to £1,500 Referral Bonus
• 50% off food at any Heartwood Inns or Brasserie Blanc, plus a 20% discount for family and friends
• A birthday gift and Long Service Recognition
• Discounts on hundreds of retailers and experiences via Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Hourly rate/package includes TRONC, calculated from expected 6 months’ average.

About You

• Have a passion and a proven track record in delivering great quality and fresh food
• Able to work at least 2 sections as part of the kitchen team and follow recipes
• 3‑4 years experience or progression in a service setting with intermediate knife skills and working with classical cooking techniques

Heartwood Collection is a multi-award‑winning hospitality group:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work winner 2024
• Double winner at the Publican Awards 2024
• Best Pub Brand / Concept at the Publican Awards 2025

At Heartwood Collection, we’re excited about the future. With over 40 locations now and plans to expand to more than 60 by 2027, including over 500 bedrooms, there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re committed to growing our team with progression opportunities across our estate.

Join us and be part of a community that’s warm, genuine, and full of life.

Please note, we cannot take applications from overseas or that require sponsorship