Chef de Partie

Hickory's Smokehouse; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an award-winning establishment known for its authentic BBQ cooking. As a Chef de Partie, you'll have the chance to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen, mastering the art of BBQ while enjoying a supportive work culture that values your contributions. With excellent training opportunities and a generous pay package, this role is perfect for passionate chefs looking to elevate their careers. Embrace the challenge and be part of a team that celebrates work-life balance and personal growth.

Benefits

Birthday Reward Meal

Free BBQ on Shift

Christmas Day Off

Paid Days Off for Special Occasions

25% Discount for Team Players

Wellbeing Support

Annual Team Party

Referral Scheme Up to £500

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking authentic BBQ and eager to learn.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality BBQ dishes in a busy kitchen.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficiency.

Skills

BBQ Cooking

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Tools

Authentic Smokers

Bespoke Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Start an exciting new chapter in your hospitality career at Hickory's Smokehouse - We are thrilled to have been recently crowned the ‘Best Pub Employer’ for 2025 at The Publican Awards!

Join us as a Chef de Partie, with a generous package of up to £15.66 per hour including Tip Jar!

Real Chefs Wanted. To Cook Real Food… This is a key ingredient for our chefs. Learn the art of authentic BBQ cooking and become a master of the flames as we take your career to a new level.

Our kitchens are busy, vibrant places—hubs of excellence for BBQ, grillin’, smokin’, and training grounds for our talented team. We offer real progression opportunities and a company culture that cares and embraces work-life balance. We invest in you because you work hard for us.

If you're a passionate chef eager to master authentic BBQ cooking, apply now and join the team.

Benefits include:

1. A package of up to £15.66 per hour including Tip Jar—that’s up to £3.00 per hour in tips!
2. The opportunity to work in one of our £250k bespoke kitchens, with authentic smokers imported from the USA.
3. Excellent training and progression opportunities through our award-winning Hickory’s Training Academy.
4. A birthday reward meal for you and your friends each year.
5. Free smokin’ BBQ on shift—team food and drinks menu.
6. Christmas Day off—every year.
7. Moments that matter—Paid days off for special occasions like weddings, children’s first days at school, moving into a new home, and more.
8. Team Player card—25% discount for you and five friends at all Hickory’s locations (rising to 50% for loyal service).
9. Wellbeing support and 24-hour access to our wellness program, plus a Wellbeing Champion in each restaurant.
10. A vibrant team social and engagement calendar and an annual team party—think competitions, challenges, pizza nights, and more.
11. Opportunities to give back through fundraising activities for Cash For Kids.
12. Up to £500 through our referral scheme for new team members.

Ready for the challenge? Click apply now — it promises to be one heck of a ride!