Retirement Villages Group
Chef De Partie - Part-Time
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
We're looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join the opening team at Yarrow, our brand new restaurant in the heart of Tunbridge Wells.
Yarrow is a fresh dining destination, open to both the public and our retirement village residents, serving high-quality, seasonal dishes in a welcoming environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new kitchen from day one, working alongside an experienced team committed to delivering exceptional food and service.
This is a 24 hours per week position, with the opportunity to pick up additional hours as the business grows.
One of the biggest benefits of joining Yarrow is the excellent work-life balance. Unlike many hospitality roles, our opening hours mean you can enjoy a more sociable schedule while still working in a high-quality, fresh food environment.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What you'll be doing
- Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Taking ownership of your section and ensuring smooth service throughout each shift.
- Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
- Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness.
- Assisting with stock rotation and minimising waste.
- Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to deliver an outstanding dining experience.
What we're looking for
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an experienced Commis Chef ready to take the next step.
- A passion for fresh, quality food and excellent presentation.
- A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Flexibility to work a rota that includes some evenings and weekends.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
What we offer
- Competitive salary plus Tronc payments.
- Opportunity to pick up additional hours.
- A great work-life balance with more sociable opening hours than many hospitality venues.
- Medicash healthcare plan.
- Pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus birthday leave.
- Reward and recognition schemes.
- Paid volunteering days.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- The chance to be part of an exciting new restaurant from the very beginning.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills