24 April 2026
Filled
Chef de Partie
Wickham Bishops, Essex, CM8
The employer
Mrs Salisbury’s Famous Tea Rooms is an award-winning, family-run hospitality business established in 2014, known for delivering a quintessentially British tearoom experience across multiple locations in Essex.
With over 50 years of combined industry experience behind the brand, the business has grown from a single 28-cover tearoom into a thriving multi-site operation, including flagship and destination venues in Maldon, Wickham Bishops and Coggeshall.
The group specialises in high-quality, freshly prepared food with a strong focus on breakfast, lunch and traditional afternoon tea, complemented by seasonal menus, events and bistro-style evenings.
Known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail, Mrs Salisbury’s has built a strong reputation for both its food and guest experience, combining charming, characterful settings with a modern, growing hospitality operation.
As the business continues to expand, it offers chefs the opportunity to work within a supportive, family-led environment while contributing to a dynamic and evolving food offering.
The job
Mrs Salisbury’s Famous Tea Rooms are currently seeking a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated chef to develop their skills within a growing, family-run hospitality business known for its high standards and fresh, seasonal food.
Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will take ownership of your section, ensuring consistent quality and presentation across all dishes while supporting the wider team during busy service periods.
This role follows a structured working pattern of Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, alongside a Sunday daytime shift, with the opportunity to pick up an additional daytime shift during the week. This setup offers a balance of service styles, combining busy evening trade with the brand’s popular daytime offering.
This position is ideal for a chef looking for a consistent schedule within a fast-paced, quality-driven kitchen environment.
What you'll need
Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to step up
Passion for fresh, high-quality food and presentation
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong organisational and communication skills
A positive, team-focused attitude
Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
Where you'll be based
The cafe is based in Wickham Bishops, between Maldon & Witham Essex. There will be occasional travel to other sites
What you'll receive
£14.00 per hour working 26-30 hours per week (consideration given to full time hours)
Plus tips equating to £2.00 to £4.00 per hour
Working Thursday - Sunday 3:30pm-9:30pm
28 days annual leave (full time equivalent)
Find out more
To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to steve@martin-salter.com or call 07745 285 805.
All communication will be treated in complete confidence.