Chef de Partie Michelin-Recommended, 3 AA Rosette Restaurant Rural Bedfordshire | £30,000–£32,000 DOE Structured Rota | Excellent Work-Life Balance An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Chef de Partie to join a highly regarded 3 AA Rosette, Michelin-recommended fine dining restaurant set within beautiful private parkland on a historic Bedfordshire estate. The kitchen delivers refined modern British tasting menus built around seasonality, natural flavour combinations, and precision cooking, with a strong emphasis on ingredient quality and thoughtful execution. This is a calm, focused and highly professional kitchen environment where standards are high, but development, balance and team culture are equally valued. The Restaurant 3 AA Rosettes Michelin Guide recommended Modern British tasting menus Seasonal, ingredient-led cooking Extensive wine programme and pairing focus Set within a stunning rural estate environment The restaurant has built a strong reputation not only for its food and hospitality, but also for creating a genuinely supportive and progressive working culture. The Role As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section and play an important role within a skilled and collaborative brigade. You will: Run your section confidently during prep and service Deliver dishes with consistency, precision and attention to detail Maintain excellent organisation and mise en place standards Support and mentor junior chefs within the team Assist with menu development and refinement Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety and professionalism Work closely with senior chefs to continually improve standards and execution This role is ideal for a chef looking to continue developing within a serious fine-dining environment while benefiting from an unusually balanced and structured working week. About You Current Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to step up Experience within quality fresh-food or fine-dining kitchens Passionate about food, seasonality and high standards Calm, organised and reliable during service Strong work ethic with a genuine desire to learn and progress Positive, team-focused attitude Own transport essential due to rural location Rosette experience is advantageous, but attitude, consistency and willingness to learn are equally important. Working Pattern & Lifestyle One of the standout aspects of this role is the quality of life and structure rarely found within fine dining: Monday & Tuesday: Off Wednesday: Development, preparation and training day Thursday – Saturday: Lunch & dinner service Sunday: Lunch service only Sunday & Wednesday evenings off Full closure over Christmas & New Year This structure allows genuine time for recovery, development and progression. What’s on Offer £30,000–£32,000 salary DOE Five-day working week Structured rota and excellent work-life balance Full Christmas & New Year closure Professional development and training opportunities Meals on duty Friends & family dining discounts Annual complimentary dining experience Relocation support available depending on circumstances Supportive, inclusive and highly professional environment Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to join a respected fine-dining restaurant that combines: Serious food standards A calm, professional kitchen culture Genuine development opportunities One of the best-balanced rotas in fine dining hospitality If you are a Chef de Partie looking to refine your craft within a Michelin-recognised kitchen while maintaining a strong quality of life, we would love to hear from you.