Chef De Partie

Knepp Castle Estate, Knepp Farms LLP; West Grinstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer and Christmas parties

50% off in the restaurant

20% off in the shop

Supportive management

Multiple staff trips

Job summary

A rewilding estate in England is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join Knepp Wilding Kitchen. This role focuses on delivering high-quality dishes using exceptional produce from a rewilding project, including on-site butchery and a market garden. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years' experience in a high-quality restaurant, be enthusiastic about sustainability, and communicate well within a small team. Benefits include staff discounts and seasonal parties.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as CDP or above in a high-quality restaurant.
• Ability to get to the rural site independently.
• Enthusiastic and committed to sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dishes consistently.
• Work positively within a motivated kitchen team.
• Assist with stock control and waste reduction.

Skills

Experience in a high-volume, high-quality restaurant

Organised and clear communication

Passionate about produce and sustainability

Job description

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join Knepp Wilding Kitchen, working with exceptional produce from our rewilding project, on‑site butchery and three‑acre market garden. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing, purpose‑led hospitality destination focused on sustainability, seasonality and quality.

About Knepp

Knepp is a 3,500‑acre rewilding estate near Horsham, pioneering nature‑led land management. Our kitchen celebrates award‑winning beef, venison and pork alongside seasonal vegetables grown on our 3 acre on‑site market garden.

We are an ingredient‑lead, Michelin listed, high‑paced restaurant which focusses on the very best sustainable produce.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consistently high‑quality dishes
• Work positively within a small, motivated kitchen team
• Assist with occasional events
• Assist with stock control and waste reduction
• Maintain a safe, clean kitchen and 5‑star EHO standards

Requirements

• We are a rural site; the candidate must be able to get to site independently
• At least 2 years’ experience at CDP level or above, in a high‑volume, high‑quality restaurant
• Organised, enthusiastic and a clear communicator
• Passionate about produce, sustainability and learning
• Good work‑life balance, almost entirely daytime trade

Benefits

• Summer and Christmas parties
• Coffee & tea on tap
• 50% off in the restaurant, 20% off in the shop
• Multiple staff trips
• Supportive management

To apply

Please send a copy of your CV and a short covering letter to [e-mail], explaining how your experience, qualities and values align with the job description and person specification.

Knepp is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our team as much as we do in our landscape. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles at Knepp.