Chef de Partie Opportunity at Denstone Hall Farm Shop & Café – Join Our Supportive Team
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Chef de Partie looking for a role that offers the perfect work-life balance with daytime hours? Denstone Hall Farm Shop & Café, a family-owned business nestled in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, is looking for a dedicated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. We are committed to creating exceptional dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients in a warm and welcoming environment.
As Chef de Partie, you'll take ownership of a section in our busy café kitchen, supporting prep, service, and daily standards with care and attention to detail. You'll report to the Head Chef and Sous Chef, helping us deliver great food at pace, while maintaining the quality and consistency Denstone Hall is known for.
This is a varied, fast-paced role perfect for someone who enjoys working with fresh, local ingredients in a well-organised kitchen. We're looking for someone calm, reliable, and proud of their craft.
What You'll Lead and Support
Prep, Service & Standards
* Take responsibility for your section during prep and service
* Follow spec sheets, batch recipes, and daily prep plans
* Maintain food consistency and portion control
* Work cleanly and safely, keeping your station prepped and organised
* Contribute to specials and seasonal prep where needed
Food Quality & Ethos
* Cook from scratch using high-quality, locally sourced produce
* Use our own home-reared beef and farm-grown ingredients with care
* Ensure dishes reflect Denstone Hall's ethos of provenance, care, and quality
* Support the development and testing of new products or café dishes
Kitchen Systems & Hygiene
* Maintain 5-star hygiene standards and follow all kitchen protocols
* Record allergen, cleaning, and temperature logs accurately
* Rotate stock correctly and flag any issues early
* Keep kitchen equipment clean, safe, and ready for use
Team & Culture
* Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen assistants
* Support junior team members and help them grow
* Communicate clearly with the FOH team to keep service flowing
* Contribute to a positive, respectful kitchen culture
What Success Looks Like
* A calm, clean, and well-prepped section
* Consistently high-quality food that's cooked to spec
* You're confident, capable, and trusted in your role
* A kitchen that runs smoothly and feels well-supported
* You take pride in local produce and working as part of a team
Why Join Us?
* Enjoy daytime hours, giving you the perfect work-life balance.
* Be part of a supportive, family-oriented team in a beautiful rural setting.
* Opportunity to develop your culinary skills and contribute to a growing business.
* Work with fresh, local ingredients and create exceptional, seasonal dishes.
Ready to join our team? Apply now, sending your CV and a brief cover letter to Natt at or call us on: to find out more. We can't wait to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* What interests you in working for Denstone Hall Farm?
Work Location: In person