Job Description

Chef de Partie - Join a Top 100 Best Company to Work For!
Location: St Petrocs Bistro, Padstow, Cornwall
Pay: 12.70 per hour + tips
Are you an enthusiastic and passionate Chef de Partie looking to join a dynamic and rewarding kitchen team? We have the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career in a Top 25 Best Hospitality Company to Work For. We offer competitive pay, significant tips, and plenty of opportunities to thrive in your role at St Petrocs Bistro, one of Rick Stein's iconic restaurants in the heart of Padstow, Cornwall.
Why Join Us?
At our core, we are in the 'cheering up industry' - delivering unforgettable experiences through food, drink, and atmosphere. We take pride in supporting our people and making our team feel valued and appreciated. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to diversity and ensuring that everyone thrives in their role.
What We Offer:

• Tips on Top of Wages - In addition to your hourly pay, earn up to 6,100 per year in tips (based on last year's earnings), paid weekly - and you even get tips when you're on holiday!
• Career Development - We are passionate about developing our people, with 75% of our managers promoted from within. We'll provide you with the training and support to grow, including food and wine tastings, supplier visits, and the chance to explore different parts of our business.
• Generous Staff Benefits - Enjoy discount in our restaurants, our shops and online, discounted hotel stays, and special rates for cookery courses. Plus, you'll get a free meal for two after every full year with us and surprise perks throughout the year.
• Work/Life Balance - Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and the chance to enjoy 28 days paid holiday each year, which increases after two years of service. Plus, a paid volunteering day each year to give back to your chosen charity.
• Wellbeing Support - Access to 24/7 support through Hospitality Action's Employee Assistance Programme, offering everything from a 24-hour helpline to expert advice on mental health.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading sections during service and ensuring that every dish that leaves the kitchen reflects our commitment to quality.
• Developing and mentoring junior kitchen team members, helping them grow their skills and confidence.
• Working alongside our Head Chef to bring Rick's dishes and vision to life, delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

About Us
Rick and Jill Stein's family-run business has grown from a single restaurant in Padstow to a thriving hospitality group. We now have 10 restaurants, a hotel, a cookery school, and shops across the south of England. Despite our growth, we remain deeply committed to our values and family roots - Rick and Jill, along with their sons, are still heavily involved in the business today.
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Our Values

• Hospitality from our hearts
• Enjoy learning & improving
• Do the right thing, the right way
• Bring out the best in each other
• Show great team spirit

Perks of the Job:

• Uniform provided - We'll give you the chef whites you need for the role.
• Social events - Enjoy fun social events and meet Rick and the family.
• Recommend a Friend Bonus - If you refer someone to join us, you'll receive a thank-you bonus.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments at any stage, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
St Petrocs Bistro was the second of Rick Stein and Jill Stein's restaurants opened in 1988. Our Bistro has grown over the years specialising in bistro food from Britain, France, Spain and Italy. In 2016 Ruby's Bar was opened next door to St Petrocs Bistro, our front of house team enjoy looking after guests at both St Petrocs Bistro and Ruby's Bar.
About Company: St Petroc's Bistro was the second of Rick Stein and Jill Stein's restaurants opened in 1988. Our Bistro has grown over the years specialising in bistro food from Britain, France, Spain and Italy. In 2016 Ruby's Bar was opened next door to St Petroc's Bistro, our front of house team enjoy looking after guests at both St Petroc's Bistro and Ruby's Bar.

Skills Required