At a Glance
- Tasks: Run your own section, prepare dishes, and maintain kitchen standards.
- Company: Join The Running Horses, an award-winning country pub with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, staff meals, discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with training and development for ambitious chefs.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team creating great food in a historic setting.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to advance.
The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 £ per year.
The Running Horses is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at our award-winning country pub in the heart of Mickleham. Part of the Little & Large Pub Company, The Running Horses is a beautiful historic pub with seven bedrooms, a strong reputation for quality food and hospitality, and a busy mix of local guests, destination diners and weekend visitors. We’re looking for a chef who genuinely cares about food, enjoys working with fresh ingredients and wants to be part of a kitchen that takes pride in producing consistently great dishes.
The Role
- Running your own section confidently during service
- Preparing and cooking dishes to the required standard
- Maintaining excellent food presentation and consistency
- Supporting junior members of the kitchen team
- Ensuring your section is organised, clean and ready for service
- Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
- Helping with stock rotation, deliveries and reducing food waste
- Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Contributing ideas towards specials and seasonal menu development
About You
- Has previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to progress
- Is passionate about fresh, seasonal food
- Works calmly and efficiently during busy services
- Has strong attention to detail
- Takes pride in maintaining high kitchen standards
- Is reliable, punctual and a strong team player
- Wants to develop their skills and progress within a growing hospitality company
What We Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Full-time position
- Staff meals while on duty
- Staff discount across Little & Large Pub Company venues
- Training and development opportunities
- Genuine opportunities for career progression
- A supportive and ambitious kitchen and management team
- The opportunity to work in one of Surrey’s best-known country pubs
The Running Horses is all about great food, great hospitality and getting the little things right every day. If you’re an ambitious chef looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Chef de Partie employer: The Running Horses
The Running Horses in Mickleham is an exceptional employer that values its team members and fosters a vibrant work culture centred around hospitality excellence. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while working alongside a supportive senior team in a dynamic environment that prioritises high guest experience standards and quality offerings. Join us for a rewarding career where your passion for hospitality can truly shine.
