Chef de Partie - Premium Pub - Gardeners Arms

Hall & Woodhouse Brewery & Managed; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned establishment that embodies the essence of a traditional country pub. As a Chef, you'll enjoy a balanced work-life with 5 days on and 2 days off, along with competitive pay and tips. This role offers an opportunity to grow your culinary skills in a supportive environment, where your passion for food and teamwork will shine. With generous meal discounts and a commitment to sustainability, this is more than just a job; it’s a chance to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences. If you're ready to take on a rewarding culinary challenge, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

60% off meals on duty

Free chef uniform

Kitchen shoes

Training and career development opportunities

Job security with consistent hours

Work-life balance with 5 days on, 2 days off

Qualifications

• Experienced CDP with knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
• Skilled in running sections with precision in cooking and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a section in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sustainability.

Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations

Cooking and Presentation Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Food

Education

Chef de Partie Experience

Level 3 Professional Production Chef Apprenticeship

Job description

Chef, Premium Pub + Tips + 60% off meals + SundayTimes Best Places to Work....

Dig the Gardeners Arms

Part of the Hall & Woodhouse family of superb destination food pubs, and dating back to the 17th century, the Gardeners Arms is how we all imagine a country pub should be - cosy in the winter, with roaring log fires and traditional oak beams, and glorious in the summer, with a beautiful garden. The pub even has its own grape vines and wild deer visit occasionally! It is a characterful place that celebrates the joy of horticulture with pin-ups of famous gardeners in the loos, along with a host of other quirky décor touches that bring the pub to life.

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

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 it's 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
• 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 for the season and beyond
• Able to reliably manage the commute, days, evenings and weekends
• 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:

CDP, Commis, Section Chef, Line Chef, Sous