Senior Chef de Partie

Houston & Hawkes; Epsom; On-site; GBP 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals at work

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Job summary

Houston & Hawkes in Epsom is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to join a beautifully run corporate kitchen. You will support the Head Chef, preparing fresh, seasonal dishes and delivering hospitality across breakfast and midday services.

Working with premium ingredients, you will uphold food safety and allergen standards while developing in a welcoming, high‑performing team within a leading hospitality employer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie
• Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients
• Strong understanding of food safety and allergen management
• Organised, reliable and able to thrive in a busy kitchen
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• A genuine team player with a desire to develop

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering fresh, seasonal dishes to exceptional standards
• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Producing consistently high-quality food with excellent presentation
• Working with fresh, premium ingredients
• Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards
• Supporting junior chefs and promoting a positive kitchen culture
• Keeping the kitchen organised, clean and efficient

Job description

Senior Chef de Partie | Houston & Hawkes | Epsom, KT18 5BW | £36,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | 6:30am – 3:00pm

A rare opportunity to join a beautifully run corporate kitchen in Epsom, where fresh food, exceptional standards and genuine work-life balance come together.

Houston & Hawkes are looking for a passionate Senior Chef de Partie to become part of a welcoming, high‑performing team delivering outstanding food within a premium corporate environment.

Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, you'll support the Head Chef in producing exceptional breakfast, lunch and hospitality, while developing your career with one of the UK's leading hospitality employers.

THE ROLE

• Preparing and delivering fresh, seasonal dishes to exceptional standards
• Supporting the Head Chef with the smooth day‑to‑day running of the kitchen
• Producing consistently high‑quality food with excellent presentation
• Working with fresh, premium ingredients
• Maintaining food safety, allergen and hygiene standards
• Supporting junior chefs and promoting a positive kitchen culture
• Keeping the kitchen organised, clean and efficient

About You

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie
• Passion for fresh food and quality ingredients
• Strong understanding of food safety and allergen management
• Organised, reliable and able to thrive in a busy kitchen
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• A genuine team player with a desire to develop

What We Offer

• £36,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday
• 6:30am – 3:00pm shifts
• Excellent work‑life balance
• Free meals at work
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance at two times salary
• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits
• Day off on your birthday
• Membership of CODE Hospitality
• Summer & Christmas parties
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Training, development and genuine career progression opportunities

About Houston & Hawkes

Houston & Hawkes is an award‑winning independent caterer, proudly ranked among the Top 14 Best Companies to Work For in Hospitality and a certified B Corp. We are passionate about creating vibrant, creative and sustainable hospitality experiences while investing in the talented people who make them possible.

Ready to take the next step in your chef career? Apply now.