Chef de Partie

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

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
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday Working 8am to 4pm each day 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 .