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.

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.

As our Farm Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering fresh, seasonal food to a high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

• 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‑knitted 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.

This is a part‑time role, 30 hours per week
, working across:

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Saturday
• Sunday

This structure provides consistency while allowing for a balanced working week.

• 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

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.

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
.