Chef de Partie

The Whippet Inn; Willesden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount across pubs

28 days holiday

Referral scheme £1000

Cycle to work

Training & career progression

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Job summary

The Whippet Inn in London is seeking a motivated Chef de Partie to join a vibrant kitchen. You will work with fresh seasonal produce and help deliver great food and service in a busy pub setting.

Join Urban Pubs & Bars’ growing estate and enjoy a competitive hourly rate with troncs, 28 days holiday, staff discounts across our pubs, and a lively team culture in Kensal Rise, Willesden and surrounding areas.

Job description

We are looking for a motivated Chef de Partie that is ready for a new challenge and wants the opportunity to learn, develop new skills and progress within the business.

The Whippet is a local pub in the heart of Kensal Rise, dedicated to producing fantastic food and delivering great service. We pride ourselves on creating an atmosphere that reflects our vibrant neighbouring communities of Kensal Rise, Queens Park and Willesden. With the best producers and suppliers on our side, we offer modern seasonal food, complimented by an excellent range of local and continental craft beer with a wine list to match. Our heated, all-weather garden space is a mecca for alfresco drinking, dining and private hire, and our pub is the perfect place to meet friends and family for a drink, a bite, or both. Join us seven days a week for lunch or dinner, grab a coffee or just roll in for a few pints.

Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company !
Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London. In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to Work for.

You Are:

• A Chef de Partie passionate about food and cooking with great produce
• An enthusiastic and dynamic CDP who is ready for a new challenge
• Experienced working with fresh ingredients
• Able to demonstrate good communication and an ability to work well in a high-performance team

What's in It for You?

• Competitive rate per hour + tronc, get paid for every hour you work - cha-ching!
• Work for a Times Top 100 Companies to Work For
• Clear pathways for training and career advancement - your growth matters!
• 30% Discount across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants - treat yourself!
• Work with the freshest seasonal produce - bring those flavours to life!
• Company and team trips, regular socials and incentives - let's explore!
• Experience a lively, family-oriented atmosphere - where fun meets food!
• 28 days of holiday to recharge your culinary spirit!
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for your wellbeing - your happiness counts!
• Fantastic referral scheme with rewards of up to £1000 - bring your friends!
• Celebrate your birthday with a day off on us - party time!
• Cycle to work scheme.

Ready to embark on this exciting culinary adventure?

If you're itching to be part of a vibrant new adventure, reach out today! Let's set a date to chat - your culinary journey awaits, and we can't wait to cook up some fun together!