Overview
About Us
The Farm Kitchen Café is part of the award-winning Swiss Farm Holiday Park, a proudly family-run business approaching its 80th anniversary in 2026. Now in its third generation, our café blends tradition with modern flair, offering fresh, seasonal food in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Our team is small, close-knit and passionate, and we pride ourselves on our friendly, supportive atmosphere.
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You’ll play a key role in preparing delicious, high-quality dishes and helping to maintain the smooth running of daily kitchen operations. Working closely with our Head Chef and wider kitchen team, you\'ll bring energy, creativity and consistency to everything you do.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook menu items to a consistently high standard
* Support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations
* Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
* Contribute to menu development with seasonal and locally-sourced ideas
* Ensure all prep and mise en place are complete ahead of service
* Assist with stock control, ordering and waste management
* Train and support junior team members where needed
* Work efficiently during busy periods, especially weekends and events
* Uphold the café’s values of hospitality, quality and sustainability
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Experienced in a fast-paced kitchen, ideally in a café or bistro-style setting
* Passionate about great food, local ingredients and cooking from scratch
* A strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
* Reliable, organised, and calm under pressure
* Flexible and happy to work weekends and evenings
* Food Hygiene Level 2 qualified (or willing to obtain)
Why Join Us?
* Become part of a family-run business with a rich history and loyal customer base
* Enjoy a supportive, friendly team culture
* Be part of a growing hospitality offer within an award-winning holiday park
* Opportunities to contribute ideas and grow with the business
* On-site parking and staff meals during shifts
* Beautiful rural location, just a short walk from Henley-on-Thames
To Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover note telling us a bit about yourself and why you\'d be a great fit for The Farm Kitchen Café.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Henley on Thames RG9 2HY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Chef: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Work Location: In person
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