Chef De Partie

Compass Group UK Careers; Woking; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef De Partie to manage a designated kitchen section at RHS Garden Wisley. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and delivering high-quality dishes while ensuring cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience, strong cooking skills, and a commitment to teamwork. This role offers competitive salary, career progression, and various employee perks.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Free parking on site

Free staff meals

Access to company perks & benefits

On-site F&B discounts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience as a Chef De Partie or 2+ years’ Demi-Chef De Partie experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a designated section efficiently with high standards.
• Deliver high-quality dishes consistently from the assigned section.
• Maintain strong attention to presentation and detail.
• Complete FSMS documentation for the section.
• Support training and supervision of Commis Chefs.

Skills

Good cooking skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of FSMS and allergens

Experience in high-volume operations

Job description

Chef De Partie

Salary: Up to £30,500 per annum

Location: RHS Garden Wisley

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, site based, 5 over 7 days per week

As a Chef De Partie, at RHS Garden Wisley, you will manage a designated section efficiently, ensuring preparation, cooking, and service are completed to a high standard. Responsible for mise en place, FSMS completion, quality control, teamwork, and supporting junior chefs. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

What can we offer you :

• A collaborative and inclusive culture, where your ideas are valued, and creativity is encouraged.
• The chance to work in a truly beautiful and inspiring setting, surrounded by nature and stunning gardens.
• 20 days annual leave (Excluding bank holidays and national holiday days)
• Free parking on site
• Free staff meals whilst at work.
• Access to Compass Group company perks & benefits.
• Perks for Works discounts and promotions
• Access to training, mentoring and development, with support from our wider Restaurant Associates and Compass Group UK networks.
• On-site F&B discounts.

Responsibilities :

• Deliver high-quality dishes consistently from the assigned section.
• Maintain strong attention to presentation and detail.
• Follow recipe specifications and portion guidelines.
• Minimise waste, support correct stock rotation.
• Complete FSMS documentation for the section.
• Maintain cleanliness and allergen controls.
• Ensure a safe and organised workstation.
• Use equipment safely and hygienically.
• Support training and supervision of Commis Chefs.
• Communicate effectively during service.

The Ideal Candidate :

• 1+ years’ experience as a CDP or 2+ years’ Demi-CDP experience.
• Good cooking skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of FSMS and allergens.
• Experience in high-volume operations.

About Us :

Restaurant Associates is a leading premium hospitality provider with an ethos drawn from our history of fine and high-quality dining in London and New York.

Within our venues team, we provide catering and hospitality services to some of the most iconic visitor attractions and destinations in the UK including the Imperial War Museum London, Glyndebourne Opera House, Knebworth House, Design Museum, Whipsnade Zoo and many more. Within these amazing venues we operate a host of bespoke cafés and restaurants, as well as delivering private events ranging from small meetings to large-scale ground events of up to 1000 people. You can find a full list of our venues on our website.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, diverse, fun, and dynamic place to work with opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of teams plus a commitment to putting our people first. Restaurant Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a business, we are committed to sustainability led practices and are proud to have achieved 3 stars with the Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Food Made Good Programme.

Job Reference : com / 1012 / 43818001 / 52780532 / SU #RA Venues