Chef de Partie

Griffin Inn; Splaynes Green; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free meals on shift

20% discount across Young's pubs

30% off overnight stays

Company pension

28 days' holiday

Share Save Scheme

Job summary

The Griffin Inn in Fletching, East Sussex, is seeking a talented Chef de Partie or ambitious Commis Chef to join Head Chef Jakub and the team. You will work with fresh ingredients, take pride in every plate, and develop your career in a quality kitchen.

We offer structured progression from CDP to Sous Chef, ongoing training, and apprenticeship opportunities within a supportive, quality-led environment.

Qualifications

• An experienced Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up
• Passion for cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• A positive, hardworking team player with excellent communication skills
• Pride in producing consistently high-quality food
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn, develop and progress within the business

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu dishes as part of a busy kitchen team
• Assist in daily line checks and maintaining high standards
• Support Head Chef in developing seasonal menus and specials

Skills

Chef de Partie

Commis Chef

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Quality food

Job description

Chef de Partie

Join the team at The Griffin Inn, Fletching

The Griffin Inn is a beautiful 16th-century country pub in the heart of East Sussex, known for quality seasonal food and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for a talented Chef de Partie, or an ambitious Commis Chef ready to take the next step, to join Head Chef Jakub and the team. If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients, take pride in every plate, and want to develop your career in a quality kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll get

• Clear progression from CDP to Sous Chef and beyond – most of our Head Chefs are promoted internally
• Ongoing training, culinary masterclasses and apprenticeship opportunities
• The chance to contribute to seasonal menus and daily specials
• Weekly pay
• Free meals on shift
• 20% discount across all Young's pubs and 30% off overnight stays
• Share Save Scheme
• Company pension
• 28 days' holiday

What we’re looking for

• An experienced Chef de Partie or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up
• Passion for cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients
• A positive, hardworking team player with excellent communication skills
• Pride in producing consistently high-quality food
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• A willingness to learn, develop and progress within the business

If you're looking to build your career in a supportive, quality-led kitchen where your development is genuinely encouraged, we'd love to hear from you.

Compensation: To be discussed