Chef de Partie

Heartwood Collection; Teddington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bespoke training & development

Early pay access

Staff discounts

Referral bonus

Maternity/Paternity leave

Cycle to work

Job summary

Heartwood Collection in Teddington is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. The role is permanent, full-time, with an hourly rate of £15.50–£16 plus TRONC and a structured progression path.

You will work across at least two sections, follow recipes, and bring 3–4 years of kitchen experience and classical cooking skills. We offer bespoke training, early pay through our scheme, staff discounts, and a supportive, award-winning group.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knife skills and ability to work with classical cooking techniques.
• Experience delivering high-quality, fresh food in a kitchen.
• Ability to operate across at least two kitchen sections and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Will contribute to multiple sections of the kitchen and ensure consistency with recipes.
• Maintain quality and presentation of dishes in a fast-paced service.

Skills

Knife skills

Classical cooking

Kitchen teamwork

Job description

Chef de Partie

Company: Heartwood Collection
Salary: £15.50 to £16 an hour
Hours: Full-time
Location: Teddington, TW11 8HG
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 14 Oct 2026
Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Summary

Chef de Partie

Basic Rate up to £13.35 per hour PLUS TRONC

On Target Earnings £15.50 - £16.50

• (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

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.

The hourly rate/ package includes TRONC, calculated from the expected 6 months' average.

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