Chef De Partie

Edyn; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Cambridge seeks a skilled Chef to manage kitchen operations. In this role, you will ensure high-quality dish preparation, oversee stock control, and maintain food safety standards. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a restaurant setting and excels in a collaborative kitchen environment. Attractive benefits include a bonus scheme, holidays, and development opportunities. Join us to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Holiday options

Wellbeing benefits

Free nights in properties

Travel and development opportunities

Pension plan

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a cafe/small restaurant or similar setting.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specific section of the kitchen.
• Oversee daily stock control and coordinate with other sections.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation & Cooking

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of Food Safety

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable chef at Hyatt Centric Cambridge who stays calm under pressure, works in a structured way, and has a strong eye for quality. You will take pride in preparing great food, supporting a smooth service, and creating dishes that guests remember.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you’ll be an important part of the kitchen team and play a key role in delivering the Locke dining experience every day. You’ll bring consistency, energy, and craftsmanship to the kitchen, helping create the kind of meals guests want to come back for.

Responsibilities

• Manages a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring consistent preparation and presentation of dishes to the highest standard.
• Oversees daily stock control, and coordinates with other sections for smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Trains and supervises commis chefs and junior staff, providing guidance and ensuring professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Cooking
  Prepare and cook high-quality dishes while following the brand’s recipes and standards.
• Menu Development
  Support the creation of new menu items and contribute to daily specials.
• Kitchen Organisation
  Keep the kitchen clean, always organised and running smoothly.
• Team Collaboration
  Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Food Safety & Hygiene
  Follow all food safety and hygiene standards consistently.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a cafe/small restaurant or similar setting
• Proficiency in preparing a variety of dishes with attention to detail
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Culinary qualifications are a plus

About you

You are a talented and reliable chef with experience managing a specific kitchen section. You maintain high culinary standards, work efficiently under pressure, and support the team in delivering exceptional dishes. Previous experience in a professional kitchen is essential.

Benefits

Just some of the benefits you will enjoy as a Chef de Partie - bonus scheme, holidays (including the option to buy more if you want them), wellbeing benefits (Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme), free nights in our properties, excellent travel and development opportunities, awesome recognition schemes, pension (the tax efficient way), company sick pay and further benefits tailored to your individual needs.

About edyn

Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, which provide a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite in all of us. Each of our brands – Locke, SACO, Cove and Hyatt Centric – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections which nourish and enliven the soul. To find out more about what it’s like to work at edyn, visit the free-text site description above.