About us

The Running Horses is a food-led country inn with rooms, known for generous, seasonal cooking, a cracking Sunday roast, and warm village hospitality. We champion local produce and simple dishes done brilliantly served in a busy bar, characterful dining room, and private spaces for feasting and celebrations. We’re part of the Little & Large Pub Company, with growth, training and progression across sister venues.

As Chef de Partie you’ll own your section end-to-end prep, service, standards and cleaning delivering consistent quality during busy services. You’ll support menu development, maintain food safety compliance, and help train junior chefs. This is a hands-on role for a calm, organised chef who loves fresh, seasonal food and thrives in a fast service.

• Run a designated section to spec (larder, garnish, fish, grill or pastry) with full mise en place and service readiness.

• Cook and plate dishes to recipe and standard, maintaining speed, quality and consistency.

• Uphold food safety at all times (HACCP, allergen control, temperature logs, cleaning schedules).

• Support stock management: accurate prep lists, rotation (FIFO), portion control, waste reduction.

• Contribute ideas to seasonal menus, daily specials and feasting menus for private dining/events.

• Train and support Commis/Junior CDPs; model professional standards and kitchen culture.

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment care in line with EHO and company policies.

• Communicate clearly with the pass/FOH to deliver smooth services and great guest experiences.

• Assist with deliveries, storage, and monthly/weekly stock takes as required.

• Proven experience as a CDP (or strong Demi ready to step up) in a fresh-food, high-volume kitchen.

• Proud plate discipline, sharp knife skills and section ownership.

• Solid understanding of allergens, HACCP and kitchen hygiene best practice.

• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and a team player with good communication.

• Passion for seasonal British produce and classic techniques.

• Flexibility to work a mix of days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

• Level 2 Food Safety; Allergen Awareness certificate.

• Experience with roasts, grills, pastry basics.

• Knowledge of GP, yield and waste tracking.

• Staff meals on duty and discounts across the Little & Large Pub Company.

• Training, qualifications and real progression opportunities across our venues.

• A supportive, hands-on leadership team and a positive kitchen culture.

• Company pension, holiday entitlement

  
  

  Right to work
  

You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof if offered the role.

About us

The Running Horses is a food-led country inn with rooms, known for generous, seasonal cooking, a cracking Sunday roast, and warm village hospitality. We champion local produce and simple dishes done brilliantly served in a busy bar, characterful dining room, and private spaces for feasting and celebrations. We’re part of the Little & Large Pub Company, with growth, training and progression across sister venues.

As Chef de Partie you’ll own your section end-to-end prep, service, standards and cleaning delivering consistent quality during busy services. You’ll support menu development, maintain food safety compliance, and help train junior chefs. This is a hands-on role for a calm, organised chef who loves fresh, seasonal food and thrives in a fast service.

• Run a designated section to spec (larder, garnish, fish, grill or pastry) with full mise en place and service readiness.

• Cook and plate dishes to recipe and standard, maintaining speed, quality and consistency.

• Uphold food safety at all times (HACCP, allergen control, temperature logs, cleaning schedules).

• Support stock management: accurate prep lists, rotation (FIFO), portion control, waste reduction.

• Contribute ideas to seasonal menus, daily specials and feasting menus for private dining/events.

• Train and support Commis/Junior CDPs; model professional standards and kitchen culture.

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment care in line with EHO and company policies.

• Communicate clearly with the pass/FOH to deliver smooth services and great guest experiences.

• Assist with deliveries, storage, and monthly/weekly stock takes as required.

• Proven experience as a CDP (or strong Demi ready to step up) in a fresh-food, high-volume kitchen.

• Proud plate discipline, sharp knife skills and section ownership.

• Solid understanding of allergens, HACCP and kitchen hygiene best practice.

• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and a team player with good communication.

• Passion for seasonal British produce and classic techniques.

• Flexibility to work a mix of days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

• Level 2 Food Safety; Allergen Awareness certificate.

• Experience with roasts, grills, pastry basics.

• Knowledge of GP, yield and waste tracking.

• Staff meals on duty and discounts across the Little & Large Pub Company.

• Training, qualifications and real progression opportunities across our venues.

• A supportive, hands-on leadership team and a positive kitchen culture.

• Company pension, holiday entitlement

  
  

  Right to work
  

You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide proof if offered the role.