Named the Times and Sunday Times Pub of the Year 2023, The Bell & Crown sits just off the A303 in Zeals, it's been everyone's favourite local for longer than most people can remember. The garden has a brand-new layout to make the most of the summer evenings and the 6 bedrooms upstairs have had a refresh.

The food is hearty and seasonal — proper Sunday roasts, fresh seafood, West Country cider, and pints of local beer that earn their place on the bar. Nothing fussy. Just good things, done consistently well.

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. If you enjoy cooking proper food, take pride in the details and want to keep learning, you’ll fit in well here. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, helping to deliver consistent, honest food while building your own skills along the way.

About Chickpea

We're founder-owned and seven years in. Today, we run ten pubs across the South West, but the idea hasn't changed much since day one. Great pubs are built by great people. 

Our places are a reflection of the teams who work in them. From the kitchen to the bar, we believe exceptional hospitality comes from people who genuinely care about the industry and the guests in front of them. 

We want every guest to feel as though they've been welcomed into someone's home. That means getting the small things right, paying attention to the detail, and looking after people properly. 

It's a simple idea, but it's the thread that runs through everything we do.

Why Chickpea? 

A respectful kitchen is non-negotiable for us. We want people to enjoy coming to work, and that starts with how teams treat each other. 

There are no split shifts. Overtime is paid. Uniform is provided and laundered. If you want to progress, there’s a clear pathway and the support to help you get there. 

We offer flexible working patterns that fit around your life, not the other way round. 

Every penny of service charge is shared across the whole team — chefs, front-of-house and housekeeping included — with complete transparency through your own Grateful account. 

If you work a six-hour shift, you eat from the menu. Away from work, you'll enjoy 50% off food at any of our pubs for you and up to five guests. 

We close on Christmas Day. 

Each year, we bring everyone together for the Annual Chickpea Awards Bash to celebrate the people who make the business what it is. 

On your birthday, you'll receive a £100 voucher to spend at any of our pubs. There are also monthly rewards and giveaways, including the chance to win a night away at one of our places. We recognise long service too. 

Throughout the year, we organise team trips and away days, from visits to local suppliers to trips abroad. 

If you're ambitious and want to develop, we'll build a training programme around you. Whether that's WSET qualifications, apprenticeships, leadership development or broadening your skills across the business, the opportunities are there for those who want them. 

We're committed to helping people build long and rewarding careers in hospitality. 

And because life isn't always straightforward, you'll also have access to confidential 24/7 support for your mental, physical and financial wellbeing. Whenever you need someone to talk to, help is there. 

What you'll be doing

·       Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard during service.

·       Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop your knowledge and confidence in the kitchen.

·       Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards.

·       Helping to support and guide junior members of the team.

·       Keeping your section organised, stocked and running smoothly.

·       Taking pride in every plate that leaves the pass.

·       Playing your part in a kitchen that works hard, looks after each other and enjoys what it does.

What we're looking for

·       Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment.

·       A genuine love of food and a willingness to learn.

·       Someone who cares about the details and wants to get things right.

·       A reliable, positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

·       A team player who enjoys supporting others and contributing to a good kitchen culture.

We aren't interested in fussy food or big egos. We keep things simple and do them well. If you're looking for a place where you can learn, develop and cook great food with a good team around you, we'd love to hear from you.

Named the Times and Sunday Times Pub of the Year 2023, The Bell & Crown sits just off the A303 in Zeals, it's been everyone's favourite local for longer than most people can remember. The garden has a brand-new layout to make the most of the summer evenings and the 6 bedrooms upstairs have had a refresh.

The food is hearty and seasonal — proper Sunday roasts, fresh seafood, West Country cider, and pints of local beer that earn their place on the bar. Nothing fussy. Just good things, done consistently well.

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. If you enjoy cooking proper food, take pride in the details and want to keep learning, you’ll fit in well here. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, helping to deliver consistent, honest food while building your own skills along the way.

About Chickpea

We're founder-owned and seven years in. Today, we run ten pubs across the South West, but the idea hasn't changed much since day one. Great pubs are built by great people. 

Our places are a reflection of the teams who work in them. From the kitchen to the bar, we believe exceptional hospitality comes from people who genuinely care about the industry and the guests in front of them. 

We want every guest to feel as though they've been welcomed into someone's home. That means getting the small things right, paying attention to the detail, and looking after people properly. 

It's a simple idea, but it's the thread that runs through everything we do.

Why Chickpea? 

A respectful kitchen is non-negotiable for us. We want people to enjoy coming to work, and that starts with how teams treat each other. 

There are no split shifts. Overtime is paid. Uniform is provided and laundered. If you want to progress, there’s a clear pathway and the support to help you get there. 

We offer flexible working patterns that fit around your life, not the other way round. 

Every penny of service charge is shared across the whole team — chefs, front-of-house and housekeeping included — with complete transparency through your own Grateful account. 

If you work a six-hour shift, you eat from the menu. Away from work, you'll enjoy 50% off food at any of our pubs for you and up to five guests. 

We close on Christmas Day. 

Each year, we bring everyone together for the Annual Chickpea Awards Bash to celebrate the people who make the business what it is. 

On your birthday, you'll receive a £100 voucher to spend at any of our pubs. There are also monthly rewards and giveaways, including the chance to win a night away at one of our places. We recognise long service too. 

Throughout the year, we organise team trips and away days, from visits to local suppliers to trips abroad. 

If you're ambitious and want to develop, we'll build a training programme around you. Whether that's WSET qualifications, apprenticeships, leadership development or broadening your skills across the business, the opportunities are there for those who want them. 

We're committed to helping people build long and rewarding careers in hospitality. 

And because life isn't always straightforward, you'll also have access to confidential 24/7 support for your mental, physical and financial wellbeing. Whenever you need someone to talk to, help is there. 

What you'll be doing

·       Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard during service.

·       Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop your knowledge and confidence in the kitchen.

·       Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health and safety standards.

·       Helping to support and guide junior members of the team.

·       Keeping your section organised, stocked and running smoothly.

·       Taking pride in every plate that leaves the pass.

·       Playing your part in a kitchen that works hard, looks after each other and enjoys what it does.

What we're looking for

·       Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment.

·       A genuine love of food and a willingness to learn.

·       Someone who cares about the details and wants to get things right.

·       A reliable, positive attitude and a strong work ethic.

·       A team player who enjoys supporting others and contributing to a good kitchen culture.

We aren't interested in fussy food or big egos. We keep things simple and do them well. If you're looking for a place where you can learn, develop and cook great food with a good team around you, we'd love to hear from you.