Chef de Partie

The Royal Oak, Cromhall is looking for a Chef de Partie to join our growing kitchen team.

We are an independent country pub with an established and successful Sunday lunch trade, and we are now focused on developing our food offering throughout the rest of the week.

With a new Head Chef joining the business, this is a great opportunity to become part of the kitchen at an exciting stage of its development. We are building a small, ambitious team and are looking for someone who wants to develop their skills, take on responsibility and grow with us.

The Role

Working closely with our Head Chef, you will play an important part in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking fresh food to a consistently high standard
• Taking responsibility for your section during service
• Supporting the Head Chef with preparation and service
• Working as part of the team during our busy Sunday lunch service
• Supporting the development of our Wednesday–Saturday food offering
• Contributing ideas for dishes, specials and menu development
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and allergen standards
• Ensuring correct stock rotation and food storage
• Maintaining portion control and helping to minimise food waste
• Keeping your section and the wider kitchen clean, organised and ready for service
• Supporting apprentice and trainee chefs as the kitchen team grows
• Working closely with the wider pub and front-of-house team

About You

Ideally, you will already have experience working as a Chef de Partie, although we would also consider an experienced Commis Chef who is ready to take the next step.

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with fresh ingredients
• Takes pride in the quality and presentation of their food
• Is reliable, organised and punctual
• Can remain calm and organised during busy services
• Works well as part of a small team
• Has good food hygiene and kitchen standards
• Is willing to learn and develop
• Is happy to contribute ideas rather than simply follow instructions
• Wants the opportunity to progress as the kitchen and business grow

Formal catering qualifications are welcome but are not essential for the right candidate. Attitude, ability, reliability and a genuine interest in food are equally important to us.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary – negotiable depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Head Chef
• Hands-on training and development
• Genuine opportunities for progression as the business grows
• Opportunity to contribute to dishes, specials and future menus
• A chance to join the kitchen team at an early stage of its development
• Independent country pub environment with a friendly, supportive team

Location

The Royal Oak
Cromhall
Wotton-under-Edge
Gloucestershire
GL12 8AD

Due to our location and working hours, applicants should be able to reliably commute to and from Cromhall for their scheduled shifts.

If you're looking for a Chef de Partie role where you can develop, have input and become an important part of a growing kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through Indeed with your CV.

Work Location: In person