Harper's Steakhouse
Chef de Partie
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We’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join the team at Harper’s Steakhouse Southampton!
If you love great food, thrive in a busy kitchen and know how to bring your A-game to every service, then you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
This isn’t just another chef job. We’re looking for someone with passion, personality and plenty of team spirit — someone who wants to develop their skills, support their fellow chefs and be part of something exciting.
Sound like you? Read on...
What’s in it for you?
We think great people deserve great perks:
- Up to £14.00 per hour, plus your share of Tronc — which could be worth up to £5,000 per year!
- Flexible shift patterns.
- Up to 33% off meals when you're off duty — plus you can bring up to 6 guests.
- 33% off hotel accommodation for you and 20% off for Friends and Family.
- A development programme with a clear pathway to help you grow your career.
- Access to our Lifestyle Card, giving you over 5,000 discounts across shopping, days out, local independents, national brands and more.
- Service Awards to celebrate your time with us.
- A Birthday Gift — because everyone deserves a little something on their special day. 🎉
- Refer-a-Friend and Chef recruitment incentives of up to £1,000.
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As a Chef de Partie, you’ll be an important part of the Harper’s kitchen team, helping us deliver fantastic food and unforgettable experiences for our guests.
You'll be:
- Running your section and taking pride in every dish that leaves your kitchen.
- Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality food to Harper’s standards.
- Keeping your section organised, stocked and ready for service.
- Maintaining excellent food presentation and consistency.
- Supporting and developing junior members of the kitchen team.
- Working closely with your fellow chefs to deliver smooth, successful services.
- Keeping food safety and kitchen hygiene standards at the top of your game.
- Staying calm, focused and organised when the tickets start flying in.
- Bringing your own ideas, creativity and passion to the kitchen.
- Rolling up your sleeves and helping wherever needed — because teamwork makes the kitchen work!
What are we looking for?
You don't need to be Gordon Ramsay — shouting isn't required — but you will need:
- At least 1 year of experience working as a Chef.
- A passion for creating great food.
- Strong culinary and presentation skills.
- The ability to run a section confidently.
- Great communication and teamwork skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- The ability to stay cool under pressure during busy services.
- A good understanding of food safety and hygiene.
- The right to work in the UK.
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Most importantly, we're looking for someone who brings energy, enthusiasm and a great attitude to the kitchen.
Welcome to Harper’s Steakhouse
Harper’s Steakhouse is all about great food, great drinks and great times.
From incredible steaks and indulgent burgers to delicious cocktails and seriously good hospitality, we’re passionate about creating an experience our guests want to come back for.
Harper’s is part of the Upham Inns family, a growing collection of premium pubs, hotels and restaurants across Southern England.
We’re big enough to offer real opportunities for development and career progression, but small enough to know that every member of the team makes a difference.
It’s an exciting time to join us — we’re growing, investing in our people and looking for passionate individuals who want to grow with us.
Ready to Join the Team?
If you're a passionate Chef de Partie who loves great food, enjoys working as part of a strong team and is ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Bring your skills. Bring your personality. Bring your passion.
Apply now and become part of the Harper’s Steakhouse Southampton team!
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