Houston & Hawkes | Newbury | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday Houston & Hawkes is looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at a fantastic new client site in Newbury. This is a brilliant opportunity for a chef who enjoys cooking fresh, vibrant food, takes pride in quality and presentation, and wants the work-life balance of a Monday to Friday role. You'll work as part of a supportive kitchen team, taking ownership of your section and helping to deliver an excellent daily food offer. We're looking for someone with strong kitchen foundations, plenty of enthusiasm and a genuine desire to keep developing as a chef.
- Prepare, cook and present fresh, high-quality dishes for the daily food service
- Take ownership of your section and ensure it is organised and ready for service
- Work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain excellent food standards
- Support menu preparation and contribute ideas for seasonal dishes and new food concepts
- Use fresh ingredients with care, maintaining excellent flavour, consistency and presentation
- Keep your section fully stocked, clean and organised throughout preparation and service
- Monitor portion control, stock rotation and food waste
- Support hospitality and special food requirements when needed
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Maintain excellent food safety, allergen, hygiene and health and safety standards
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready for the next step
- A genuine passion for fresh food and high-quality cooking
- Strong practical kitchen skills and confidence running your own section
- Good organisation and the ability to work calmly during busy service
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in presentation
- A positive, reliable and hands‑on approach
- A strong team mentality and willingness to learn from experienced chefs
- Contract catering experience would be an advantage, but is not essential
- A genuine desire to develop your skills and progress your culinary career
- Monday to Friday
- The opportunity to join an exciting new client contract in Newbury
- A supportive kitchen team and excellent opportunity to develop
- Birthday off every year
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Free meals on duty
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- CODE Hospitality membership
- Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression
- Summer Awards Party celebrating our people and achievements
- An unforgettable Christmas Party at one of London's outstanding venues
ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES
Houston & Hawkes is an award‑winning independent caterer creating vibrant, creative and exceptional food and hospitality experiences across some of the UK's most prestigious client sites. We're a Certified B Corp, recipient of the King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development 2026 and proud to be ranked No. 14 in The Caterer's Best Places to Work in Hospitality. If you are a passionate Chef de Partie who loves fresh food and wants to be part of an exciting new team in Newbury, we would love to hear from you.
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Chef de Partie - Newbury, Berkshire employer: Houston & Hawkes
Houston & Hawkes is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Central London where creativity and passion for food thrive. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive team environment that values exceptional customer service and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering premium experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's most exciting cities.
