Chef de Partie

The Ideal Collection; Southampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair pay & tips

Flexible rotas

Local produce meals

Well-being benefits

Supplier trips & events

Staff parties & parking

Job summary

The Ideal Collection in Southampton is seeking a Chef de Partie who brings skill, heart, and a passion for great food to our kitchen. You’ll own your station and prep components to the highest standard.

We offer a competitive hourly rate with tips, flexible rotas, free parking, staff events, and trips to meet producers across our five venues, plus a supportive team focused on craft. Join us to grow and contribute to our local community.

Job description

Own your craft, lead with heart

To reach our ambitions and truly earn ourcommunity, we’re looking for aChef de Partiewho brings skill, heart, and a passion for great food to our kitchen.

What success looks like here:

• Helpful & Impactful:You take pride in your station. You deliver "WOW" by ensuring every component you prep is perfect, knowing your work is the foundation of a guest's experience.
• Courageous Ownership:You have the integrity to own your section completely. You do the right thing for the dish and the team, even when the heat is on.
• Honest Communication:You work in harmony with the whole kitchen. You speak up when you need help and support others on a human level, keeping service calm and organised.
• Resourceful Mindset:You respect the produce. You find ways to use every leaf and bone, understanding that being resourceful helps our local community and our environment.
• Self-Aware & Mindful:You know that a great service starts with a clear head. You look after yourself and look out for your teammates, ensuring we stay balanced and healthy as a team.
• Wholeheartedly Positive:You bring a great energy to the pass. You celebrate the wins, learn from the challenges, and make the kitchen a place where people actually want to be.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Fair Pay & Transparent Tips:Competitive hourly rate plus an equal share of all tips.
• Flexible Rotas:We value your life outside the kitchen and offer scheduling that works for you.
• Real Food & Local Perks:Fresh meals from local produce and discounts across our 5 venues.
• Your Well-being First:Access to the Hospitality Rewards App (Private GP & EAP).
• Growth & Adventure:28 days holiday (pro-rata) and amazing supplier trips to meet our producers.
• A Place to Belong:Free parking, epic staff parties, and a supportive team culture.