Chef de Partie

Craft Locals - The Red Lion; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food

20% off drinks across the group

28 days holiday

Staff discount

Team socials

Job summary

The Red Lion in Chenies near Chorleywood is seeking a Chef de Partie to join a busy, food-led kitchen team. You will manage your own section, cook fresh seasonal dishes and collaborate with the Head Chef on new menus, while maintaining high standards and kitchen safety.

Earn £13.50–£14.50 per hour with a share of card tips, and enjoy perks including food and drink discounts, and a clear path to Sous Chef as you develop.

Qualifications

• Experience as a CDP in a fresh-food kitchen
• Organised and reliable with great attention to detail
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and seasonal cooking
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
• Ambitious to progress towards more senior chef roles

Responsibilities

• Running your own section with consistency and pride
• Preparing fresh, seasonal dishes to spec and high standards
• Working closely with the Sous and Head Chef on new dishes and specials
• Keeping the kitchen clean, safe and compliant at all times
• Supporting junior chefs and learning from senior team members
• Contributing ideas for menus and improving processes

Skills

CDP experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety HACCP

Tools

AllGravy

MarketMan

Harri

S4Labour

Lightspeed

Trail

FoodAlert

SevenRooms

Job description

Chef de Partie (CDP)

£13.50-£14.50 per hour (equivalent to £30,900-£33,200 per year) + share of card tips

About us

We are looking for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This role is perfect for a chef who wants to develop their skills, work with fresh seasonal food, and progress towards Sous Chef in the future.

Situated in the heart of Chenies, just outside Chorleywood, The Red Lion is home to all who come across it. Located one hour from Kings Cross on the Metropolitan Line, or find us off of junction 18 on the M25.

With a weekly rotating line of craft beers to choose from and an extensive selection of premium spirits, cask ales and distinguished wines, you will always have something new to discover.

Our delightful seasonal menu features traditional pub classics, rich in local produce and finished with a contemporary touch. All of our dishes are freshly made to order by our wonderful team of chefs, who craft new and exciting plates every week.

Let us not forget that no country pub is complete without a quaint outdoor seating area, with views of the Chilterns' natural beauty all around you.

This is your chance to join a growing independent pub group and be part of a supportive team in a busy, food-led environment.

What's in it for you

• Pay: £13.50-£14.50/hr (equivalent to £30,900-£33,200/year)
• Tips: Share of card tips
• Perks: 50% off food & 20% off drinks across the group, 28 days holiday, staff discount, team socials
• Training: Supplier sessions, brewery visits, regular menu development opportunities
• Progression: Clear development pathway to Sous Chef

What you'll be doing

• Running your own section with consistency and pride
• Preparing fresh, seasonal dishes to spec and high standards
• Working closely with the Sous and Head Chef on new dishes and specials
• Keeping the kitchen clean, safe and compliant at all times
• Supporting junior chefs and learning from senior team members
• Contributing ideas for menus and improving processes

What we're looking for

• Experience as a CDP in a fresh-food kitchen (or strong Commis ready to step up)
• Organised and reliable with great attention to detail
• Passionate about fresh ingredients and seasonal cooking
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
• Ambitious to progress towards more senior chef roles

This is your chance to grow your skills, take on responsibility, and progress your career with a food-led independent pub group.

About Us

Craft Locals is a growing group of people-focused pubs, dedicated to delivering exceptional food, well-kept cask ale, and memorable guest experiences. We believe great pubs start with great teams, and we invest in our people - giving them the support, training, and tools they need to shine.

We've built systems that make running a pub straightforward and compliant, so our teams can focus on what really matters: welcoming guests and delivering an outstanding experience. From reservations to stock, scheduling to events, we use a suite of best-in-class tools - including AllGravy, MarketMan, Harri, S4Labour, Lightspeed, Trail, FoodAlert and SevenRooms - to simplify operations and keep everything running smoothly.

At Craft Locals, we're proud to combine a love of people, food, and drink with smart systems and strong support - creating pubs that teams enjoy working in and guests love visiting.