Job Title: Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef
Company: Foster’s Event Catering
Location: Westonbirt Arboretum
Salary: £28,000
Hours: 5-day working week | Daytime shifts only | No evenings or split shifts | Includes weekend shifts
About Foster’s Event Catering
Foster’s Event Catering is a leading catering company delivering exceptional food experiences across unique venues and events. We pride ourselves on creating fresh, seasonal, and memorable dining experiences through passionate teams who care about quality, service, and creativity.
We are currently looking for an experienced Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef to join our kitchen team at the stunning Westonbirt Arboretum. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented chef who enjoys working in a busy food environment and wants to be part of a supportive and professional kitchen team.
The Role
As a Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and wider team to deliver consistently high-quality food for our café, events, and seasonal hospitality offering.
You will be confident running your own section, supporting main service, and working effectively as part of a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
Take ownership of your allocated kitchen section, ensuring all food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard
Support smooth and efficient service during busy periods.
Prepare, cook and present food in line with Foster’s standards and seasonal menus
Assist the Head Chef and Senior Kitchen Team with menu execution and daily kitchen operations
Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team when required
Maintain excellent food hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards at all times
Follow all food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures
Contribute ideas and feedback to continually improve our food offer and kitchen operations
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, reliable, and able to thrive in a busy kitchen environment.
You will have:
Proven experience as a Chef de Partie, Junior Sous Chef or experienced Line Chef within a busy kitchen environment
The ability to confidently manage a section and deliver during main service
Experience working in a fast-paced café, restaurant, events or hospitality kitchen
A positive attitude and the ability to work well as part of a team
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
The ability to remain calm and professional during busy service periods
A passion for fresh food and delivering a great guest experience
Essential Requirements
Food Safety Level 2 certification
Allergen Awareness certification
Previous experience working in a professional kitchen environment
Flexibility to work daytime shifts, including weekends
Working Pattern & Benefits
5-day working week
No evening shifts
No split shifts
Daytime working hours, allowing a great work-life balance
Opportunity to work in a unique and beautiful location at Westonbirt Arboretum
Join a supportive and growing catering team
Opportunities for training, development and career progression
If you are a skilled chef looking for a role where you can showcase your talent and enjoy a better work-life balance, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tetbury GL8 8QF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Chef: 2 years (required)
- Kitchen: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
