Chef de Partie - Premium Pub

Grasshopper; Poole; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £14

Tips included

60% meal discount

Uniform provided

Kitchen shoes

Training & development

Job summary

The Grasshopper in the heart of Parkstone is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie, Section Chef or Line Chef to join a lively kitchen team for the season. Enjoy a 5 on/2 off rotation, £14.00 per hour, and a share of tips with added rewards for standout performance.

Benefits include permanent or seasonal contracts, a sustainability‑driven business, 60% meals on shift, uniform and kitchen shoes, plus extensive training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Chef de Partie with ability to run a section and maintain consistency and presentation.
• Trained in food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures.
• Reliable team player who supports others during busy service.

Responsibilities

• Run a section and maintain consistency and presentation.
• Work to spec's with no variations.
• Demonstrate food safety and allergen compliance during service.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Section running

Food safety

Allergen procedures

Team player

Job description

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

Contemporary Pub Restaurant - Heart of Parkstone

The Grasshopper was one of Hall & Woodhouse's earliest pubs joining the family back in the 19th century. Originally called 'The Half Way House Hotel' because it was halfway between Poole and Bournemouth, its name changed in 1997. I 2018 the Grasshopper was fully transformed into a fantastic contemporary venue serving great food and drink in spectacular surroundings; one of the very the best in the Poole area

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)
• 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

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.