Chef de Partie

We're looking for a talented, enthusiastic and passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at The Leicester Arms, our beautiful countryside pub with rooms in the heart of Penshurst, Kent.

Part of the Little & Large Pub Company, The Leicester Arms is all about exceptional seasonal food, fantastic British produce and genuine hospitality.

We're passionate about cooking great food from scratch, keeping things seasonal and creating dishes that make people want to come back for more.

If you love food, take pride in your cooking and want to be part of an ambitious, food-led pub company, we'd love to meet you.

As Chef de Partie, you'll play an important part in our kitchen team, working alongside our Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver consistently excellent food.

You'll be responsible for:

• Running your own section confidently during busy services

• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes to a high standard

• Working with quality British ingredients and local suppliers

• Maintaining excellent standards of food presentation and consistency

• Keeping your section organised, clean and ready for service

• Supporting menu development, daily specials and seasonal changes

• Following food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures

• Helping minimise waste and maintain effective stock control

• Supporting fellow chefs and contributing to a positive kitchen culture

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and takes pride in what they do.

You'll have:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to progress

• A passion for fresh food and cooking from scratch

• Confidence working independently on your own section

• Good knowledge of seasonal ingredients and modern British cooking

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

• The ability to remain calm and focused during busy services

• A genuine desire to develop your skills and progress your career

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, a love for great food and a willingness to be part of a brilliant team.

At Little & Large, we believe great hospitality starts with great people.

We offer:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

• The opportunity to cook with fantastic seasonal British produce

• Fresh-food cooking with creativity and variety

• Support and development from an experienced kitchen leadership team

• Genuine career progression across our growing collection of pubs

• Staff benefits and discounts across our venues

• A friendly, supportive and ambitious working environment

• The opportunity to be part of a company that values individuality, ideas and passion

Whether you're an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious Demi Chef de Partie ready for the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and join us at The Leicester Arms and be part of a team that's passionate about doing things properly, from the ingredients we use to the experience we create.

Apply today and grow your career with Little & Large Pub Company.

We're looking for a talented, enthusiastic and passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at The Leicester Arms, our beautiful countryside pub with rooms in the heart of Penshurst, Kent.

Part of the Little & Large Pub Company, The Leicester Arms is all about exceptional seasonal food, fantastic British produce and genuine hospitality.

We're passionate about cooking great food from scratch, keeping things seasonal and creating dishes that make people want to come back for more.

If you love food, take pride in your cooking and want to be part of an ambitious, food-led pub company, we'd love to meet you.

As Chef de Partie, you'll play an important part in our kitchen team, working alongside our Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver consistently excellent food.

You'll be responsible for:

• Running your own section confidently during busy services

• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes to a high standard

• Working with quality British ingredients and local suppliers

• Maintaining excellent standards of food presentation and consistency

• Keeping your section organised, clean and ready for service

• Supporting menu development, daily specials and seasonal changes

• Following food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures

• Helping minimise waste and maintain effective stock control

• Supporting fellow chefs and contributing to a positive kitchen culture

We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys cooking and takes pride in what they do.

You'll have:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to progress

• A passion for fresh food and cooking from scratch

• Confidence working independently on your own section

• Good knowledge of seasonal ingredients and modern British cooking

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

• The ability to remain calm and focused during busy services

• A genuine desire to develop your skills and progress your career

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, a love for great food and a willingness to be part of a brilliant team.

At Little & Large, we believe great hospitality starts with great people.

We offer:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

• The opportunity to cook with fantastic seasonal British produce

• Fresh-food cooking with creativity and variety

• Support and development from an experienced kitchen leadership team

• Genuine career progression across our growing collection of pubs

• Staff benefits and discounts across our venues

• A friendly, supportive and ambitious working environment

• The opportunity to be part of a company that values individuality, ideas and passion

Whether you're an experienced Chef de Partie looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious Demi Chef de Partie ready for the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and join us at The Leicester Arms and be part of a team that's passionate about doing things properly, from the ingredients we use to the experience we create.

Apply today and grow your career with Little & Large Pub Company.