Job Title: Chef de Partie – Michelin Guide Restaurant (3.5 Day Week)
Location: Lyndhurst, New Forest, Hampshire
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 per year (including service charge)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: 3.5-day working week | Rota published 3 months in advance
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About the Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join the team at one of the New Forest’s most highly regarded restaurants, proudly featured in the Michelin Guide and holding 3 AA Rosettes.
This is a rare opportunity to work in a kitchen that blends British and Italian influences, using only the finest seasonal, local, and foraged ingredients. The setting is relaxed yet refined, with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and innovation.
As Chef de Partie, you will take full responsibility for your section, ensuring exceptional standards during prep and service, while also helping to train and support junior members of the team.
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Key Responsibilities
* Manage your section efficiently and to the highest standard
* Deliver consistently high-quality dishes during service
* Prepare mise en place with care and precision
* Support the training and mentoring of junior chefs and apprentices
* Adhere to food safety, hygiene, and health and safety procedures
* Contribute creative ideas to seasonal menu development
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About You
* Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality-led kitchen
* A genuine passion for fresh, seasonal food and excellent presentation
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Calm, focused, and efficient under pressure
* Solid understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
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Benefits
* Freshly prepared meals on duty
* 3.5-day working week with guaranteed long weekends
* Rota planned and published 3 months in advance
* Staff discounts on food, beverages, and wellness facilities
* Access to exclusive staff perks and reward schemes
* Opportunity to work in a Michelin Guide-listed, 3 AA Rosette kitchen
* Career development, training, and involvement in guest chef events and industry showcases
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Why Join Us?
This is more than just a kitchen job – it’s a chance to be part of a passionate, professional team delivering some of the region’s most exciting food. You’ll be working in an inspiring environment that values creativity, balance, and growth.
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Location: Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7FZ
Apply now to take your next step in a respected and progressive kitchen team.