Chef de Partie Job
Location: Chester, UK
Salary: £13.00 – £13.50 per hour + TRONC
Contract Type: Zero Hour Contract (Average 35–45 hours per week)
Are you a passionate Chef de Partie looking to join a busy, fresh-food kitchen where quality ingredients and teamwork are at the heart of the operation?
We are recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join a well-established and popular gastropub in the heart of Chester. The kitchen focuses on seasonal menus, fresh ingredients and consistently high standards, serving up to 100 covers per day in a vibrant and fast-paced environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated chef who enjoys working with fresh food and wants to continue developing their skills within a supportive and experienced kitchen team.
The Role
As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running your own section during service while supporting the wider brigade to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will play a key role in preparing and delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent standards of organisation, cleanliness and food safety.
This is a hands-on role in a busy kitchen, ideal for a chef who thrives during service and enjoys being part of a strong team environment.
What’s on Offer
- £13.00 – £13.50 per hour depending on experience
- TRONC tips providing additional earnings
- Average 35–45 hours per week
- Paid overtime for hours worked beyond scheduled shifts
- Typical shifts 12:00 – 21:00 (may vary depending on service)
- 1 full weekend off in every 4 to support work-life balance
- 28 days holiday per year (pro rata)
- Opportunity to learn and develop within a fresh-food kitchen
- Supportive leadership from an experienced Head Chef and kitchen team
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook fresh, seasonal dishes to a consistently high standard
- Run your section efficiently during busy service periods
- Support other sections when required to maintain smooth service
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to deliver excellent guest experiences
What We’re Looking For
- Previous Chef de Partie experience or a strong Commis Chef ready to step up
- Confidence working with fresh food during busy service
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to remain organised and calm in a fast-paced kitchen
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Ideally able to drive or have reliable transport due to location
- Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
Apply Now
If you are a passionate chef looking to join a friendly and professional kitchen where fresh food and teamwork matter, we would love to hear from you.
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