Chef de Partie

Oakman Inns; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at The Old Post Office as a Chef de Partie, where you will run your own section in a vibrant kitchen. Enjoy competitive pay and numerous perks including flexible wages and generous discounts. We seek a dedicated individual with a love for food and great team spirit.

Benefits

Free meal whilst on shift

Up to 50% off meals for you and guests

Award-winning training program

Wage streaming service

Salary Extras Portal with discounts

Birthday Gift

Refer a friend incentive

Invitation to Oakfest

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen environment is required.
• Prepared to run your own section.
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• High standards and keen attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Run your own section in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Team Spirit

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Passion for Food

Job description

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We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join us at The Old Post Office in Wallingford.

What’s in it for you?

• £12.50 to £13.50* per hour plus your share of cash and card tips
• Free meal whilst on shift
• Up to 50% off meals taken off duty for you and up to 6 guests
• 33% off our hotel accommodation
• Award-winning training program with a clear progression pathway
• Wage streaming service allowing access to your pay when it suits you
• Salary Extras Portal - Access to Cycle2Work scheme and discounts at brands such as Asda, Aldi, B&Q, H&M, Clarks, and Tesco
• Service Awards
• A Birthday Gift
• An invitation to Oakfest, our annual company festival!
• Refer a friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1000

About The Old Post Office:

The Old Post Office overlooks Wallingford’s market square. It features a large open-plan restaurant, a comfortable bar with snug areas, and a modern, theatre-style kitchen with a Josper Grill and a wood-fire pizza oven.

The Old Post Office serves a seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired menu with weekly specials crafted by a team of chefs using sustainable, quality ingredients. Our meat and poultry come from British farms, eggs are free-range, and fish is responsibly sourced from MSC-approved suppliers.

About The Oakman Group:

Recognized as a leading employer, we are proud to be listed in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

We believe success comes from our people, and we aim to recruit passionate individuals committed to delivering excellent service and using top ingredients in a great setting.

We invest in our employees through:

• Our award-winning online training academy offering on-demand education to help you excel anytime, anywhere.
• Close collaboration with suppliers for hands-on experience and craft visits, helping our teams appreciate the quality of our products.
• Access to apprenticeship opportunities and development programs to support your career growth.

Our people are central to our success, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. We ask only that you give your best and uphold the Oakman Group core values.

About You:

• You have experience working in a similar kitchen environment.
• You are passionate about food, uphold high standards, and have a great team spirit.
• You are prepared to run your own section.
• You are a multi-tasker with a keen eye for detail.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment.