Chef De Partie - Michelin Starred Chef

Search Consultancy; Petworth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fine dining restaurant in Petworth is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their Michelin-starred kitchen team. This role offers a £34,000 salary plus equal share of gratuities, fostering development in a high-calibre environment. Candidates should have experience in high-quality, seasonal cooking and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills. With a focus on modern British cuisine, this position provides an excellent work/life balance and mentorship under acclaimed chefs.

Benefits

Equal share of gratuities

Supportive small brigade

Career-defining experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up.
• Background in fresh, seasonal, high-quality cooking.
• A calm, professional approach under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Working as Chef de Partie within a Michelin-starred kitchen.
• Managing your section to the highest standards of consistency and presentation.
• Learning directly from a Michelin-starred Head Chef.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Chef de Partie

Michelin Starred Chef | West Sussex

£34,000 Salary | Equal Share of Gratuities

Wednesday to Sunday | Monday & Tuesday Off

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at a fine dining restaurant with rooms in West Sussex, working directly under an acclaimed Michelin-starred Chef.

This is a fantastic role for a driven Chef de Partie who wants to develop their craft in a high-calibre, professional environment, producing refined, seasonal food at the highest level.

The Restaurant

Set in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, this elegant fine dining restaurant is a destination. With a strong focus on modern British cuisine, exceptional ingredients, and precise execution, the kitchen offers a calm, structured working environment where standards are high but the culture is supportive.

The brigade is a close-knit team of 5 chefs, allowing for excellent mentoring, real responsibility on section, and genuine involvement in menu development. The restaurant also offers beautifully appointed rooms, creating a premium guest experience from kitchen to table.

The Role

• Working as Chef de Partie within a Michelin-starred kitchen
• Managing your section to the highest standards of consistency and presentation
• Learning directly from a Michelin-starred Head Chef
• Contributing ideas and creativity to seasonal menu development
• Maintaining excellent organisation, cleanliness, and attention to detail

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi ready to step up
• Background in fresh, seasonal, high-quality cooking
• A calm, professional approach under pressure
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Passion for fine dining and career progression

What's on Offer

• £34,000 basic salary
• Equal share of gratuities
• 48-hour working week
• Wednesday to Sunday schedule (excellent work/life balance)
• Opportunity to work under a Michelin-starred Chef
• Supportive, small brigade with real development prospects
• Career-defining experience in a fine dining restaurant with rooms

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