Chef de Partie

Authentic Italian Restaurant | Gloucester

£32,000–£33,000 + £6,000+ Tronc
Full-Time | Staff Accommodation Available | Genuine Progression

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the newest site within a successful and fast-growing independent Italian restaurant group, following the huge success of its highly regarded sister venue.

This Gloucester restaurant combines authentic Italian cooking with energetic, high-volume service and a warm, stylish atmosphere — delivering elevated hospitality without losing the soul and simplicity of traditional Italian food.

The business continues to grow rapidly and is now seeking a talented Chef de Partie to strengthen the kitchen brigade.

The Kitchen

Authentic Italian food with modern presentation
Fresh pasta, quality meats, seafood and seasonal ingredients
Busy, fast-paced service environment
Strong independent restaurant group with expansion plans
Supportive and ambitious senior team

The focus is on producing consistent, flavour-driven dishes while maintaining strong kitchen culture and teamwork.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you will work across all sections of the kitchen, helping deliver high-quality dishes while supporting the wider team during busy services.

You will:

Prepare, cook and present dishes to consistently high standards
Work across multiple sections to develop versatility and confidence
Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness throughout service
Assist with specials and menu development ideas
Support junior chefs and contribute positively to team culture
Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef during service

This is a hands-on role within a busy kitchen suited to a chef who enjoys fresh food, pace and strong team environments.

The Ideal Candidate

Current Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up
Passion for authentic Italian food and fresh ingredients
Comfortable working in a busy, high-volume kitchen
Organised, reliable and calm under pressure
Positive attitude with strong work ethic
Keen to progress within a growing restaurant group

The Package

£32,000–£33,000 base salary
Tronc currently exceeding £6,000 per year
Staff accommodation available if required
5-day working week
Company pension scheme
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day
Genuine progression opportunities within the group
Supportive and ambitious team culture

Why This Role

This is an excellent opportunity to:

Join a successful, expanding independent restaurant group
Work within a fresh-food, authentic Italian kitchen
Benefit from strong earnings and progression opportunities
Be part of a positive, energetic and supportive brigade

If you are a passionate chef looking for a role that combines strong food, good earnings and genuine long-term progression, we would love to hear from you.