Chef de Partie


Company:	Cornwall Staff Agency
Salary:	£29,000 - £29,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	PADSTOW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Jul 2026
Closing date:	26 Aug 2026

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Summary

Chef de Partie – Award-Winning Seafood Restaurant

Location: Padstow, Cornwall, UK

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £29,000 per year + £8,000–£10,000 annual service charge (paid monthly)

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, 5 days across Tuesday–Sunday

Start date: Immediate

Job Overview

A highly regarded seafood restaurant in Padstow is seeking a skilled and motivated Chef de Partie to join its kitchen team. The restaurant is known for its daily-changing small plates menu, focusing on exceptional fish and shellfish sourced fresh each day.

This is a year-round, permanent opportunity in a busy, high-quality, and professional kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Running and managing a designated section of the kitchen

• Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes to specification

• Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef during service

• Maintaining consistency, speed, and presentation standards

• Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards are met

• Assisting with stock control and prep across shifts

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up

• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and service pressure

• Passion for seafood, fresh produce, and seasonal cooking

• Ability to work well within a focused, professional kitchen team

• Reliable, organised, and detail-driven approach

Benefits

• Year-round stable employment

• Competitive salary plus generous service charge

• Weekly cash tips

• Opportunity to work in an award-winning, Michelin-recognised restaurant

• Strong career development within a high-quality kitchen

About the Role

This role offers the opportunity to join a respected seafood restaurant in Padstow, working with some of the freshest produce available in the UK and contributing to a nationally recognised dining experience.

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