Chef de Partie, The Bell

Bamford Limited; Charlbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern British pub in Charlbury seeks a Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality dishes using organic produce while supporting junior chefs. The ideal candidate will have experience in fresh food kitchens and a passion for crafting great food. This position offers a base salary of £33,500 with potential earnings of £37,500 OTE, alongside various benefits like private medical insurance and volunteering days.

Benefits

Discounts on products and dining experiences

Paid volunteering day

Subsidised private medical insurance

Pension scheme contributions

Life assurance cover

24-hour mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in similar restaurant environments is required.
• Ability to prepare and execute dishes to a high standard.
• Knowledge of organic ingredients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute dishes to menu specifications.
• Ensure section is prepared for service.
• Support junior chefs and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Experience in fresh food kitchens

Passion for food

Knowledge of culinary techniques

Job description

THE BAMFORD COLLECTION IS A GROUP OF CONSCIOUSLY MINDED LIFESTYLE BRANDS COMMITTED TO NOURISHING AND NURTURING PEOPLE AND PLANET.
SALARY: £37,500 per annum OTE*
HOURS: 48 hours

ABOUT US

The Bell in Charlbury is a laidback yet sophisticated modern British pub settled in a 17th Century Cotswolds building. Known as a hidden gem, it offers a warm, family-friendly space that opens into a dining experience focused on quality. With 13 beautifully appointed rooms and visually stunning food with vibrant organic seasonal ingredients from Daylesford Farm, The Bell combines comforting dishes with culinary flair. Deeply rooted in the community, it regularly hosts events and workshops in collaboration with local organisations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Chef de Partie, you will be a vital part of our Culinary team working to deliver the passion and flair in all of our dishes. Ideally, you’ll have worked in similar fresh food kitchens and restaurant environments and have a passion for crafting good food!

You will take responsibility for your section, preparing and executing dishes to high standard and supporting junior chefs. You will be working daily with the very best organic produce, much of it sourced directly from Daylesford Farm, with the chance to contribute to dishes that balance classical technique with modern creativity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute all dishes to menu specifications.
• Ensure that your section is always fully prepared for service.
• Support smooth and efficient service in a calm, professional manner.
• Share your knowledge and passion for food with Junior Chefs, contributing to their development.
• Maintain good standards of cleanliness, organisation, and health and safety compliance.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Discounts: We offer a range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day 1.
• Volunteering Days: Employees are offered one paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of their choice.
• Private Medical: We offer subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme: Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance: We offer life assurance cover, equivalent to up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24-hour support, seven days a week.

*The on target earning potential for this role is £37,500 per annum based on a 48-hour contract - comprising a base salary of £33,500, plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis.
• It is estimated that in 2025, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £4,000 in addition to their annual salary.