Chef de Partie - Part Time

Lighter; Topsham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours evenings/weekends

Tips share

Meal discount 60%

Sustainability focus training

Training & development

Job summary

The Lighter in Topsham, part of the Hall & Woodhouse family, is hiring a hands-on Chef de Partie / Line Chef for evenings and weekends. Join a busy kitchen by the Saxon town of Topsham on the Exe Estuary, known for a supportive team and a sustainability-first business approach.

We offer a competitive hourly rate (£14) with tips and a 60% meal discount on shift. Training, development opportunities, and a friendly crew await you in this classic English pub setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Chef de Partie with section experience.
• Confident running a section and maintaining consistency.
• Trained in food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Able to work evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to ensure high quality and consistency.
• Assist in menu execution and daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock controls throughout shifts.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Cooking to order

Attention to detail

Job description

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

Fabulous Pub - On the Quayside

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of iconic pubs and located in the historic Saxon town of Topsham on the banks of the Exe Estuary, the Lighter is a picturesque example of a friendly, classic English pub. Great for locals and visitors alike with flagstone floors, a log burner and large terrace right on Topsham Quay the pub is busy all year peaking in the summer months. The Lighter is well positioned close to all amenities and not far from Exeter.

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

What you’ll get:

• Flexible hours evenings and weekends to suit you
• £14.00 per hour
• A share of tips + extra rewards forstandout performance
• A full benefits package in a businessthat puts sustainability first
• 60% off meals on shift, plus free uniformand kitchen shoes
• Loads of training and developmentopportunities — we’re a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company
• A warm welcome and a team that always hasyour back

You’ll fit right in if you’re:

• A hands‑on Chef de Partie who reallycares about what you do
• Confident running a section and nailingconsistency and presentation
• Happy working to spec's with no variations allowed
• Trained in food safety, hygiene, andallergen procedures
• A team player who likes supporting othersand keeping the vibe positive
• Someone who thrives when service getsbusy
• On top of compliance and committed todoing things the right way
• Looking for a solid chef role for theseason — and hopefully longer
• Experienced in a busy kitchen and readyto hit the ground running

Ready to join us?

If you care about what you cook, love beingpart of a strong team, and enjoy the buzz of a lively kitchen, we’d love tohear from you.