Chef de Partie - Live in option

Hall & Woodhouse Limited; Weymouth; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% off meals on shift

Live-in accommodation

Job summary

Sensational Ship, Weymouth Harbour, part of Hall & Woodhouse, is seeking a hands-on Chef de Partie/Section Chef or Line Chef to join our busy kitchen. Live-in accommodation is available, and you will enjoy a competitive £14.00 per hour plus tips and 60% off meals on shift.

We offer reliable hours, permanent or seasonal contracts, and opportunities for training and progression in a supportive team that values quality dining and sustainability.

Qualifications

• CDP, Section Chef or Line Chef with hands-on experience.
• Experience in a busy kitchen with high service levels.
• Trained in food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Ability to work to spec, maintain consistency and presentation.
• Flexible to work 5 days on, 2 days off and adapt to kitchen needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to spec and ensure consistent quality.
• Manage a kitchen section and support fellow chefs during peak service.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen controls at all times.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver a high standard of service during busy periods.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Section management

Food safety

Hygiene

Allergen procedures

Team player

Education

Level 3 Production Chef apprenticeship

Job description

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

Sensational Ship - Weymouth Harbour
Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of iconic pubs the Ship was the first owned by Hall & Woodhouse it has been a member of the family since 1856. There have been many changes over the years like the addition of our upstairs restaurant with stunning views of Weymouth Harbour and our beautiful sunny courtyard. Today the Ship is the perfect place to rest and relax year round, whether it’s watching the boats coming in and out of the harbour, if you’re lucky you might even see the daily catch being docked right outside our front door, or relaxing in front of a roaring log fire with a pint of Badger Beer. The Ship is glorious in the summer and cosy in the winter.

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.