Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie – Join a Top 100 Best Company to Work For!

Location: St Petrocs Bistro, Padstow, Cornwall

Pay: £12.70 per hour + up to £6,100 per year in tips (paid weekly)

Shifts: Flexible options (Full-time/Part-time)

Are you an enthusiastic and passionate Chef de Partie looking to join a dynamic and rewarding kitchen team? We have the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career in a Top 25 Best Hospitality Company to Work For. We offer competitive pay, significant tips, and plenty of opportunities to thrive at St Petrocs Bistro, one of Rick Stein’s iconic restaurants in Padstow, Cornwall.

At our core, we are in the ‘cheering up industry’ – delivering unforgettable experiences through food, drink, and atmosphere. We take pride in supporting our people and making our team feel valued and appreciated. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer
, we are committed to diversity and ensuring that everyone thrives in their role.

• Flexible Working Hours – We understand that life needs balance! Choose from part-time or full-time shifts, with the possibility of working a four-day week for full-time employees.
• Tips on Top of Wages – Earn up to £6,100 per year in tips (based on last year’s earnings), paid weekly – and you even get tips when you’re on holiday!
• Career Development – We are passionate about developing our people, with 75% of our managers promoted from within. We’ll provide you with the training and support to grow, including food and wine tastings, supplier visits, and the chance to explore different parts of our business.
• Generous Staff Benefits – Enjoy 50% off in our restaurants, 20% off in our shops and online, discounted hotel stays, and special rates for cookery courses. Plus, you’ll get a free meal for two after every full year with us and surprise perks throughout the year.
• Work/Life Balance – Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and the chance to enjoy 28 days paid holiday each year, which increases after two years of service. Plus, a paid volunteering day each year to give back to your chosen charity.
• Wellbeing Support – Access to 24/7 support through Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme, offering everything from a 24‑hour helpline to expert advice on mental health.

• Leading sections during service and ensuring that every dish that leaves the kitchen reflects our commitment to quality.
• Developing and mentoring junior kitchen team members, helping them grow their skills and confidence.
• Working alongside our Head Chef to bring Rick’s dishes and vision to life, delivering an exceptional dining experience for our guests.

Rick and Jill Stein’s family‑run business has grown from a single restaurant in Padstow to a thriving hospitality group. We now have 10 restaurants, a hotel, a cookery school, and shops across the south of England. Despite our growth, we remain deeply committed to our values and family roots – Rick and Jill, along with their sons, are still heavily involved in the business today.

• Hospitality from our hearts
• Enjoy learning & improving
• Do the right thing, the right way
• Bring out the best in each other
• Show great team spirit

• Free parking and great transport links – including bus routes and the Camel Trail for cyclists.
• Uniform provided – we’ll give you the chef whites you need for the role.
• Social events – enjoy fun social events and meet Rick and the family.
• Recommend a Friend Bonus – If you refer someone to join us, you’ll receive a thank‑you bonus.

We’d love to hear from you! To apply, send your CV to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). click “Apply” for a quick application.

If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments at any stage, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.