Chef de Partie - Skof

Skof, the one‑Michelin‑star restaurant led by Executive Chef Tom Barnes, is seeking a skilled and driven Chef de Partie to join our growing kitchen team. Since opening, Skof has earned significant national recognition — including a Michelin Star (February 2025), Best New Restaurant at the Good Food Guide Awards, the highest new entry in Square.

Meal’s T100 (No. 8), multiple Manchester Food & Drink Awards, a place in Condé Nast Traveller’s Top New Restaurants 2024, and most recently ranking No. 29 in the NRA T100 list (June 2026). This is an opportunity to take ownership of a section, cook in front of guests, and contribute to a restaurant celebrated for precision, consistency, and exceptional hospitality.

The Role As Chef de Partie, you’ll manage a designated section of the kitchen and ensure dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standard. You’ll work closely with the wider team to maintain consistency, uphold food safety regulations, and support smooth service throughout the day. What You’ll Be Doing Food preparation — Preparing, cooking, and plating dishes to Executive Chef specifications Station management — Running your section efficiently (larder, pastry, garnish, sauce, etc.)

Guest interaction — Cooking and plating confidently in front of diners, representing the Tom Barnes philosophy Quality control — Ensuring presentation, taste, and dietary requirements are met Stock management — Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering Team support — Guiding junior chefs and supporting training Health & safety — Maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and safe equipment use Communication — Working collaboratively with kitchen, FOH, and management Time management — Delivering dishes within required timeframes, especially during peak service What We’re Looking For 2–3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, ideally in a similar role Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations Ability to work efficiently under pressure Excellent organisation and time‑management skills A team player with strong communication skills Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional food quality