Chef de Partie - Seasonal, Local Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Chestnut Group; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips + Wagestream access to track and,

Friends & Family discounts on food and

Referral scheme

Job summary

Chestnut is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at The Black Lion, Long Melford. We champion fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal creativity, with a supportive, busy kitchen environment.

You will lead your section, contribute ideas and help deliver high‑quality, consistent dishes while maintaining rigorous food safety standards. We offer growth across Chestnut properties and a friendly, rewarding team culture.

Qualifications

• Prepare and present dishes to Chestnut standards.
• Support menu prep and seasonal updates.
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.
• Keep your section organised, clean and efficient.
• Work with the kitchen team to deliver busy services.
• Help train and guide junior team members where needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Chestnut standards
• Support with menu prep and seasonal updates
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards
• Keep your section organised, clean and efficient
• Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth, busy services
• Help train and guide junior team members where needed

Skills

CDP experience

Local produce

Team player

Food safety

Job description

Chestnut is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at The Black Lion, Long Melford. We champion fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal creativity, with a supportive, busy kitchen environment.

You will lead your section, contribute ideas and help deliver high‑quality, consistent dishes while maintaining rigorous food safety standards. We offer growth across Chestnut properties and a friendly, rewarding team culture.