Chef de Partie — Busy Pub Kitchen, Lead & Create

The Bull Inn; Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bull Inn in Much Hadham is seeking a Chef De Partie to join its on-site kitchen. You will manage a section, prepare dishes to standard, and help ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning.

You will support menu execution, monitor stock, assist with ordering, and guide junior team members. This full-time role requires experience in quality pub/restaurant environments, teamwork, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Professional experience as a Chef De Partie or strong Commis Chef.
• Solid knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food hygiene, safety regulations, and allergen awareness.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, communicate clearly, and stay organized during busy service.
• Strong time-management skills, reliability, and flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary training or catering qualifications are beneficial but not essential if supported by experience.
• Interest in seasonal ingredients and developing new dishes or specials in line with the pub’s style.
• Right to work in the UK and reliable commute to Much Hadham for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to required standards, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation and portioning.
• Support menu execution, maintain stock levels, assist with ordering, and help train junior kitchen team members.
• Follow food safety procedures and keep workstation clean and organized.
• Cooperate with Head Chef and Sous Chef and contribute ideas for specials or menu improvements.
• Work as part of a fast-paced team to ensure smooth service for lunches, dinners, and events.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food hygiene & safety

Teamwork

Time management

Allergen awareness

Flexibility

Education

Culinary training or catering qualifications

Job description

The Bull Inn in Much Hadham is seeking a Chef De Partie to join its on-site kitchen. You will manage a section, prepare dishes to standard, and help ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning.

You will support menu execution, monitor stock, assist with ordering, and guide junior team members. This full-time role requires experience in quality pub/restaurant environments, teamwork, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.