Job Description

About Us

We are excited to open a brand-new Turkish/Mediterranean restaurant in January 2026. Our vision is to serve authentic, high-quality dishes with a modern touch, using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. We are now looking for a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team ahead of opening and play a key role in our launch.

The Role

As our Chef de Partie, you will work closely with the Head Chef in a two-person kitchen team, helping to deliver consistent, high-quality food during service. You will take responsibility for your own section and maintain high standards of preparation, presentation, hygiene, and organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook dishes to a high standard across your section Support menu development and follow traditional Turkish/Mediterranean recipes Maintain food safety, cleanliness, and HACCP standards Work efficiently during busy service periods Assist with stock checks, ordering, and kitchen organisation Collaborate smoothly within a small, close-knit kitchen team

What We're Looking For

Minimum 5 years professional kitchen experience (essential) Previous experience in Turkish or Mediterranean cuisine (highly desirable) Strong knife skills and understanding of kitchen operations Ability to work independently and as part of a team Reliability, professionalism, and passion for great food Someone ready to start mid-December for training and prep ahead of the January opening

Hours & Benefits

15.50 per hour Full-time hours Core working days: Thursday to Sunday each week Flexible scheduling: we offer one weekend off per month to support work-life balance Permanent contract provided Opportunity to grow as part of a new, exciting restaurant opening
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 15.50 per hour

Application question(s):

Can you tell us about your 5+ years of kitchen experience? What dishes or techniques in that cuisine are you most confident with? Do you have experience with Turkish or Mediterranean cuisine? How do you ensure consistency in every dish? Are you comfortable regularly working Thursday-Sunday? Do you need any scheduled days off or accommodations?
Experience:

Kitchen: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person