Chef de Partie - Restaurant - Topsham, Exeter, Devon - Up to £36K
Salary: £30,000 per annum (negotiable, dependent on experience)
Hours: 48 hours per week, over 5 days
Benefits: Excellent tips (approx. £500 per month)
About Us
Our client is seeking to employ an experienced chef to join their small team working as chef de partie. In this intimate, high-quality dining destination focused on delivering refined, your focus will be on seasonal dishes with a strong emphasis on technique, flavour, and presentation. The kitchen operates with a close-knit team of three chefs, ensuring a collaborative and highly skilled working environment.
The Role
We are seeking a talented and driven Chef de Partie to join our small, dedicated brigade. Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will take ownership of your section and play a key role in maintaining the high standards expected in a fine dining setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and run a designated section of the kitchen with precision and consistency
* Prepare, cook, and present disAhes to a high standard in line with the restaurant’s ethos
* Support menu development and contribute creative ideas where appropriate
* Maintain exceptional hygiene and food safety standards
* Work efficiently as part of a small team, ensuring smooth service at all times
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a rosette-awarded or fine dining environment
* Strong technical skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
* Passion for high-quality ingredients and modern cooking techniques
* A positive attitude and strong team ethic
What's On Offer
* Competitive package up to £36K
* Salary of £30,000 (negotiable based on experience)
* Excellent tips averaging £500 per month
* A supportive and professional kitchen environment
* Opportunity to work closely within a small, skilled team
* Work-life balance with a structured 48-hour week over 5 days
If you are a passionate chef looking to be part of a focused and ambitious team, we would love to hear from you.
Please "Apply" with your full CV for more information