Chef De Partie

Description

Join the Honesty Family — Farm Chef

Who We Are

At Honesty Group, we believe in doing things properly — simple food, made well, with ingredients we trust.

Dummer Down Farm is a unique part of our business: a working farm and café where people come to slow down, eat well, and enjoy the countryside. We welcome walkers, cyclists, families, and regulars looking for fresh, honest food in a relaxed setting.

Everything we serve is made by hand, using high-quality, seasonal ingredients wherever possible. No shortcuts — just real food, done well.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We put people first — both our teams and our guests.

This is a kitchen where quality matters, but so does balance. With a structured 30-hour week across four days, this role offers a strong work-life balance while still being part of a busy, rewarding kitchen environment.

You’ll be part of a small, supportive team where your contribution is valued and visible every day.

What You’ll Do

As our Farm Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering fresh, seasonal food to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include

Preparing and cooking dishes across breakfast and lunch service

Managing your section during busy service periods

Supporting prep, stock rotation, and waste control

Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and kitchen standards are maintained at all times

Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and running efficiently

Working closely with front-of-house to ensure a smooth, friendly service

Supporting deliveries and maintaining stock organisation

Contributing ideas to help evolve and improve the menu

This is a hands-on role where consistency, care, and attention to detail matter.

Who You Are

You care about good food and take pride in what you produce

You’re organised, reliable, and calm under pressure

You enjoy working as part of a small, close-knit team

You take ownership of your work and maintain high standards

You bring a positive, can-do attitude to the kitchen

You may be a Chef, Commis Chef, or an experienced Kitchen Assistant ready to step up.

Working Pattern

This is a part-time role, 30 hours per week, working across

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Friday
• Saturday

This structure provides consistency while allowing for a balanced working week.

What You’ll Get from Us

A structured 4-day working week (30 hours)

Daytime-focused service (no late nights)

Free meal on duty

20% discount across Honesty products

Discounted courses at our Cookery School

A supportive, people-first working environment

Your Future Here

There’s no fixed ceiling.

Within Honesty, you could progress into

Senior Chef / Sous Chef

Head Chef roles across the group

Production kitchen roles

Training or development roles

We believe in growing our people and promoting from within.

Safety & Inclusivity

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.

We are age-inclusive, disability confident, and proud to build diverse teams.