Chef de Partie

This is a high energy, fast paced environment with a strong focus on quality, creativity. Our menu centres around bold, flavour driven dishes, raging from elevated burgers to steak and small plates.

Who are Curio. ?
Curio food co is a well established independent restaurant focused on bold, flavour driven comfort food. Our menu takes influence from street food found across the globe, with a focus on creative burgers, steaks and small plates.

We're passionate about good ingredients, relaxed dining and building a kitchen culture where chefs can take pride in what they cook while enjoying the energy of a busy service.

The Role

We are looking for a driven Chef de Partie to join our team. You will take ownership of a section during service, helping deliver high quality food at speed in a busy food hall environment.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast paced kitchens and wants to be part of a new opening with real momentum.

Key responsibilities

Food and menu

• Deliver our core menu to a high standard
• Contribute ideas for specials and menu development
• Ensure smooth and organised service

Kitchen operations

• Supplier ordering and stock control
• Help manage food cost and minimise waste
• Maintain high hygiene standards and food safety compliance
• Ensure the kitchen remains organised and efficient
• Run a designated section during service (grill, assembly, or prep)
• Cook and present dishes consistently to spec and within service times
• Support prep and mise en place for service
• Maintain high food hygiene and cleanliness standards at all times
• Work efficiently during busy service periods while staying organised
• Communicate clearly with the team during service
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and waste control
• Follow all food safety procedures (HACCP)

What We’re Looking For

• strong Chef de Partie experience or looking to make the step up
• Confident working in a fast-paced service environment
• Comfortable on grill or high-volume sections
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Genuine passion for good food

Desirable (but not essential)

• Grill experience, ranging from steak, burgers & chicken
• Previous food hall or high volume kitchen experience
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certification

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Great tips each month
• X4 days working week
• Consistent working days (better work-life balance than traditional kitchens)
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting new food hall launch
• Real progression opportunities as the concept grows
• Input into menu development and specials
• A supportive, ambitious team environment and management

Why choose Curio?

We have built a great reputation for producing great food whilst building great customer relations. We are an independent business who appreciate the hard work our staff put in and respect everyone who comes through the door.

This role has a direct path for progression within a growing company. It's a great opportunity for someone willing to enhance their career.

Progression Opportunities

As part of our kitchen team at Hatters food hall, there is strong potential to grow within the business. High performers will have the opportunity to step into senior roles as we expand.

Pay: £13.50-£14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denton, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• grill: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person