Chef De Partie - Junior Sous Chef

Knekt Hub Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45-hour contract

2.5 days off per week

30 days holiday

Strong work-life balance

Job summary

Knekt Hub Ltd in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Chef de Partie to join a 2 AA Rosette, food-led destination pub. You will own your section in a structured brigade and deliver Rosette-level dishes within a kitchen that balances refinement with creativity.

The role offers a 45-hour contract, 2.5 days off per week, 30 days holiday, and a supportive, professional team environment with a strong focus on seasonal British produce.

Qualifications

• Current Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up.
• Experience in fresh-food or Rosette-level kitchens.
• Passion for seasonal British produce.
• Organised, reliable and calm in service.
• Ambitious and keen to develop.
• Positive, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Run your section during prep and service.
• Deliver clean, well-executed dishes at Rosette level.
• Support menu development and seasonal changes.
• Maintain strong organisation and consistency.
• Work closely with the senior team to uphold standards.
• Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Rosette kitchen

Job description

2 AA Rosette Destination Pub | Buckinghamshire

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chef de Partie to join a well-established, food-led destination pub operating at 2 AA Rosette level.

This is a kitchen driven by seasonality, quality produce and confident, modern cooking, with a reputation for delivering consistently high standards in a relaxed but professional environment.

The Kitchen

• Modern British, seasonal menus
• Strong focus on local and high-quality ingredients
• Creative, experienced brigade
• Destination-led dining with a loyal customer base

This is a kitchen that balances refinement and creativity with consistency and discipline.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section and play a key role within a well-structured brigade.

You will:

• Run your section during prep and service
• Deliver clean, well-executed dishes at Rosette level
• Support menu development and seasonal changes
• Maintain strong organisation and consistency
• Work closely with the senior team to uphold standards
• Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture

This is a role suited to a chef who wants to develop within a quality-driven, food-focused environment.

The Package

• 45-hour contract
• 2.5 days off per week
• 30 days holiday
• Strong work-life balance

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up
• Experience in fresh-food or Rosette-level kitchens
• Passion for seasonal British produce
• Organised, reliable and calm in service
• Ambitious and keen to develop
• Positive, team-focused approach

Why This Role

This is a great opportunity to:

• Work within a 2 Rosette, food-led kitchen
• Develop your skills within a creative and supportive brigade
• Benefit from a genuinely balanced working pattern
• Join a respected destination pub with a strong reputation

If you’re looking for a role that offers quality cooking, progression and work-life balance, this is a standout opportunity.