Chef De Partie - Live In Option

Hall & Woodhouse - East Region; Fleet; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% off meals on shift

Share of tips

Optional live-in accommodation

Job summary

Hall & Woodhouse presents De Havilland Arms in Elvetham Heath, part of a premium pub family. We are seeking a hands-on Chef de Partie or senior CDP to join our busy kitchen and help deliver great food with a friendly team. Live-in accommodation is optional, and there is a clear path for progression within a supportive company.

The role offers £14.00 per hour, tips, and a strong benefits package, with 60% off meals on shift and opportunities for training and progression.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Chef de Partie with section leadership.
• Experience in busy kitchen and maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Trained in food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes to spec and maintain quality during service.
• Lead a kitchen section and ensure consistency across plates.
• Support teammates and keep a positive vibe during busy service.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Job description

Chef, Premium Pub - Live in available + £14.00 per hour + Tips + 60% off meals

Deceptive DeHavilland
Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of premium community pubs, though it looks 200 years old, the De Havilland Arms in Elvetham Heath was built in 2003 and was named after Geoffrey de Havilland - the British aviation innovator. The farmhouse design, with a beautiful terrace and garden outside and roaring log fires, flagstones and oak beams inside, make the wonderfully friendly pub perfect for all seasons.

We’re growing our kitchen team and looking
for an experienced CDP, Section Chef or Line Chef to jump in and help us keep
the good stuff coming. If you love great food, enjoy a buzzing service, and
want to work with a genuinely supportive crew, this could be your next spot.

What you’ll get:

• A proper work–life balance: 5 days on, 2
  days off
• £14.00 per hour
• A share of tips + extra rewards for
  standout performance
• Reliable hours with permanent or seasonal
  contracts
• A full benefits package in a business
  that puts sustainability first
• 60% off meals on shift, plus free uniform
  and kitchen shoes
• Loads of training and development
  opportunities — we’re a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company
• Pathway to a Level 3 Production Chef
  apprenticeship (if you meet the entry criteria)
• Optional live‑in accommodation at £77.70 per week (depending on availability)
• A warm welcome and a team that always has
  your back

You’ll fit right in if you’re:

• A hands‑on Chef de Partie who really
  cares about what you do
• Confident running a section and nailing
  consistency and presentation
• Happy working to spec's with no variations allowed
• Trained in food safety, hygiene, and
  allergen procedures
• A team player who likes supporting others
  and keeping the vibe positive
• Someone who thrives when service gets
  busy
• On top of compliance and committed to
  doing things the right way
• Looking for a solid chef role for the
  season — and hopefully longer
• Experienced in a busy kitchen and ready
  to hit the ground running

Ready to join us?

If you care about what you cook, love being part of a strong team, and enjoy the buzz of a lively kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.