Something huge is happening at The Blue Stoops We’re giving our beautiful building a stunning renovation and bold expansion — and we’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join the launch team. This is your chance to bring your passion for food to one of North Derbyshire’s most exciting pubs. You’ll train at our neighbouring site, The Hunloke Arms, before stepping into your new role at the reimagined Blue Stoops. At Chilled Pubs, food is at the heart of everything we do. From wood-fired pizzas and giant swinging skewers to bao buns, burgers, and homemade gelato, we pride ourselves on delivering fresh, exciting, and delicious dishes that wow our guests every single time. What the role entails - Cooking with Quality – Prepare and cook fresh dishes to spec, ensuring every plate looks and tastes incredible. - Food Safety First – Follow the highest standards of compliance, cleanliness, and hygiene. - Own Your Section – Take responsibility for your station, managing prep, service, and smooth delivery. - Stay Sharp Under Pressure – Cook with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. - Team Spirit – Work closely with your fellow chefs to keep service flowing and standards high. - Adapt & Support – Jump into different sections of the kitchen when needed to support the team. Who we’re looking for - A passionate foodie who loves delivering high standards. - An experienced chef with a background in busy kitchens. - A strong team player who communicates well and thrives in a fast-paced environment Someone who naturally aligns with our values: Warm (make people feel welcome), Hungry (always striving for better), People Smart (understanding people and bringing out their best). - A flexible worker, comfortable with evenings and weekends — because that’s when the kitchen buzzes. Why join us? - Competitive pay shared tips. - 28 days paid holiday. - Christmas & New Year’s Day off every year! - Paid day off on your birthday - Up to 70% discount across all Chilled Pubs. - Instant access to wages via Wage-Stream. - Monthly incentives, epic awards dinners, and company-wide competitions. - Pension scheme (opt in/out) after 3 months. - Career growth opportunities — we love developing chefs and promoting from within. - Wine Club – huge discounts for Chilled Employees - A sociable, friendly team where you’ll feel part of the family. Why Chilled Pubs? We’re aiming for North Derbyshire’s best pubs. Our culture is built on Inspiring Togetherness — for guests and for our teams. We live and breathe our values of Warm, Hungry, People Smart, and Trust, because we believe the strongest teams create the best guest experiences. If you’re ready to re-ignite your culinary fire and be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join the launch team at the brand-new Blue Stoops !