Permanent Chef De Partie, up to £35,000

Cummins Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Bonus scheme

No split shifts

Drinks on shift

Staff meals

Staff discounts

Job summary

CJUK are recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join a prestigious country house hotel, restaurant and wedding venue. You will work across two kitchens and contribute to high-quality British cuisine in a busy, guest-focused setting.

The role suits skilled chefs who take pride in craft, enjoy fresh ingredients, and want to develop within a supportive kitchen culture. Expect a dynamic mix of restaurant, weddings, events, and hotel dining.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality hotel, restaurant or country house environment
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern British cuisine
• Ability to run a section confidently and maintain high standards
• Passion for cooking and attention to detail
• A reliable and positive team player who enjoys contributing to the wider success of the kitchen

Responsibilities

• A popular hotel restaurant serving breakfast and dinner
• A busy wedding and events operation catering for up to 250 guests
• Lounge dining and afternoon tea service
• Seasonal and bespoke event menus

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

British cuisine knowledge

Section leadership

Team player

Job description

CJUK are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded country house hotel, restaurant and wedding venue for an experienced Chef de Partie to join their established kitchen team on a permanent basis.

Set within beautiful countryside grounds, this independent, family owned hospitality business has built an excellent reputation for quality food, outstanding service and a welcoming atmosphere. The venue combines a busy restaurant operation with weddings, events, afternoon teas, and hotel dining, offering chefs a varied and rewarding working environment.

The Role

Working as part of a talented and supportive brigade, you will be involved in producing high-quality British cuisine across two kitchens, including;

• A popular hotel restaurant serving breakfast and dinner
• A busy wedding and events operation catering for up to 250 guests
• Lounge dining and afternoon tea service
• Seasonal and bespoke event menus

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with fresh ingredients, and wants to contribute ideas and creativity within a professional kitchen.

The Kitchen Culture

Unlike some hospitality environments, this kitchen operates with a genuine focus on teamwork, professionalism and respect. The business maintains a zero-tolerance approach to kitchen toxicity and has created a calm, organised and supportive workplace where chefs can thrive and develop their careers.

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality hotel, restaurant or country house environment
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern British cuisine
• Ability to run a section confidently and maintain high standards
• Passion for cooking and attention to detail
• A reliable and positive team player who enjoys contributing to the wider success of the kitchen

• Up to £35k depending on experience,
• Typical 48-hour working week (with payment for overtime)
• Gratuities
• Bonus scheme linked to business performance
• No split shifts
• Drinks provided whilst on shift
• Complimentary or subsidised staff meals
• Staff discounts on food, drink and accommodation outside of working hours
• Long-term career opportunity within a successful independent hospitality business

If you're looking for a permanent role within a respected venue that values its chefs and offers a positive working culture, we'd love to hear from you.