Chef de Partie - Live in option

Hall & Woodhouse Ltd; Portishead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hospitality group in Portishead is looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join their vibrant team at a unique pub made from shipping containers. The role offers £13.55 per hour plus tips, a work-life balance with 5 days on and 2 off, along with live-in accommodation options. Candidates must have a solid background in a busy kitchen, strong food knowledge, and a passion for teamwork and quality. This opportunity includes training and the potential for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

60% off meals on duty

Training and career development opportunities

Job security with consistent hours

Accommodation available at £74.62 pw

Free chef uniform and kitchen shoes

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen as a Chef de Partie is essential.
• Trained in food safety and hygiene regulations including allergens.
• Ability to work to precise specifications for cooking and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Join a friendly team in a stunning pub environment.
• Run a section of the kitchen efficiently under high-pressure.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sustainability practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Good food knowledge

Team player

Compliance with food safety

Ability to run a busy service

Job description

Chef de Partie - Live in option

Hall & Woodhouse Portishead, Portishead

£13.55 per hour plus tips, plus live in accommodation. Permanent. Full time.

Stunning venue – Quay Marina. Hall & Woodhouse Portishead has to be seen to be believed. Constructed out of 28 shipping containers, the building has won CAMRA's prestigious pub design award. The building is split into sections over two floors. Downstairs you'll find the Bar, the heart of any great pub, the Pantry with long bench style seating for a more relaxed experience and the common room with soft seating and roaring fires. Moving upstairs is the dining room with its open kitchen completing an awesome, truly unique contemporary pub.

We are boosting our kitchen and have a vacancy for an experienced CDP, Section or Line chef to join our wonderful team.

Chef, Premium Pub - Live in available + Tips + 60% off meals + Sunday Times Best Places to Work ....

Your rewards as a Chef with our team:

• A sensible work life balance with 5 days working 2 days off
• Pay of £13.55 per hour
• Pay further boosted by a share of tips, and extra rewards for outstanding performance
• Job security with consistent hours in permanent or seasonal contracts
• A full package of lifestyle benefits in a business with sustainability at its core
• 60% off meals on duty, free chef uniform and kitchen shoes
• Great training and career development opportunities - a Sunday Times best places to work company
• Pathway to Level 3 professional Production Chef apprenticeship, subject to meeting entry conditions
• Accommodation at a cost of £74.62 pw if required (subject to availability)
• A warm and friendly welcome and all the support you need to succeed

Apply if you are:

• A highly organized Chef de Partie who cares about your craft
• Skilled and experienced with a good food knowledge
• Able to run a section working to precise specifications for cooking and presentation
• Trained in food safety and hygiene regulations including allergens
• A real team player able to inspire and support colleagues
• A chef that enjoys the buzz of a busy service
• Diligent about compliance and sustainability
• Looking for a great chef job with a start in January 2026
• Up for the challenge with a clear focus on teamwork and the guest

Previous experience and knowledge of the Chef de Partie role in a busy kitchen is essential.

If you care about what you do, strive to be the best version of yourself, enjoy being part of a team and have the drive and commitment to thrive in a busy, exciting and rewarding kitchen… apply now. Interviews will be held in early January 2026.

CDP, Commis, Section Chef, Line Chef, Sous