Pizza Chef And Chef De Partie

Pizza Chef / Chef de Partie

Location:

Midhurst

Salary: £29,742 per annum, plus tips, increasing from April 2026

Vacancy Type:
Permanent, Full & Part Time hours available

Cowdray Estate have two positions available our award-winning Farm Shop and Café.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Pizza Chef to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for high‑quality, freshly made food to work in a busy, friendly and professional environment.

We are also looking for a Chef de Partie join our busy kitchen team at the team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with high‑quality, locally sourced ingredients in a fast‑paced but supportive environment.

You will play an integral role in producing a pizzas for our spring/summer pizza service and also produce them for sale in the Farm Shop. You will also work closely with the wider kitchen team when required, contributing to the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the kitchen.

• Preparing and cooking a variety of pizzas using fresh ingredients
• Hand‑stretching dough and assembling toppings to order
• Ensuring consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
• Working collaboratively with the kitchen and service teams
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and organisation

• Previous experience stretching and cooking pizzas is preferred, although full training can be offered for the right candidate
• A passion for food, creativity and attention to detail
• Reliable, well organised and able to work effectively as part of a team
• A basic understanding of food hygiene and safety (further training provided)
• This role includes weekend working as part of a rota within a busy and welcoming team.

As Chef de Partie, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver consistently high standards.

• Preparing and cooking dishes to a high standard using fresh, seasonal ingredients
• Managing your section efficiently during service
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and safety standards
• Supporting junior team members where required
• Contributing to menu development and daily specials

• Weekend availability is essential
• Very minimal evening work required
• Most shifts finish by 5pm

• Has previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up
• Is passionate about food, quality, and local produce
• Works well under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Has a positive, team‑focused attitude
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness and organisation

• A salary of £29,742, increasing from April 2026
• Daytime‑focused shifts with minimal evenings
• Opportunity to work with exceptional local produce
• Supportive team environment
• Staff benefits across the Cowdray Estate

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Cowdray, please do not hesitate to apply