Chef de Partie – Junior Level

Job Overview

COME AND GROW WITH US

Fence Gate Inn & Lodge | Fence, Lancashire

We’re looking for a Junior / Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team — someone who genuinely wants to learn, develop their skills and build a career in hospitality.

You don’t need to know everything already.

What matters to us is that you have the right attitude, enjoy working with food, are willing to listen and learn, and want to become a better chef.

This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced kitchen team, develop your knowledge of fresh ingredients, preparation, cooking techniques, presentation and the day-to-day running of a busy professional kitchen.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in food and cooking
• Wants to develop a career as a chef
• Is reliable, hardworking and willing to learn
• Works well as part of a team
• Takes pride in what they produce
• Is comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment
• Has some kitchen experience or relevant training — although attitude and potential are equally important

What you’ll gain:

• Hands-on training and development
• Experience across different sections of the kitchen
• The opportunity to work with fresh produce and develop your cooking skills
• Support from experienced chefs
• Genuine opportunities to progress as your skills and confidence grow

We’re not looking for the finished article.

We’re looking for someone with enthusiasm, potential and the desire to become a very good chef.

If you’re at the beginning of your career and looking for a kitchen where you can learn, contribute and grow, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and a few words about why you want to develop a career in the kitchen.

Pay: From £25,420.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Kitchen: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person