Chef de Partie

Fulliant Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel group in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to join their team. Responsibilities will include managing HACCAP procedures, maintaining high hygiene standards, and supporting a collaborative kitchen environment. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to ongoing skill development. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £11.85-£12.40, with additional benefits like discounted stays and meals.

Benefits

Share of monthly tips

Extra holiday days

Employee assistance programme

Discounted hotel stays

Free meals on duty

Training courses and apprenticeships

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as Chef de Partie or a comparable role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage all HACCAP procedures with the kitchen team.
• Maintain high levels of hygiene and safety at all times.
• Develop the kitchen garden and support other team members.

Skills

Good organisational skills

HACCAP procedures management

Quality control

Hygiene and safety standards

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Job Overview

Food Type: Fine dining and modern brasserie. Accommodation is available. Lakeside Hotel & Spa on the Southern shores of Windermere (1 mile from Newby Bridge) is owned by Classic Lodges. We have 73 luxury bedrooms, fine dining restaurant, brasserie, pool, spa and conference suite overlooking the lake. We have a friendly team and are looking for positive and enthusiastic individuals to come on board.

Key Duties & Skills

• Good organisational skills; comfortable working in a high-level pressured environment.
• Follow and manage all HACCAP procedures with the kitchen management team.
• All orders are checked and accounted for freshness and quality.
• Ensure training and standards are always kept.
• Ensure staffing levels are kept to correct business levels.
• Run an organised efficient clean section.
• Highest levels of hygiene and safety maintained at all times.
• Full awareness of all menu items, recipes, methods of production and presentation standards.
• Uphold the team SOPs given to you.
• Help develop our kitchen garden and growing cycles.
• Support other team members across the kitchen.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Committed and hungry to progress and grow your skills.
• Having a rosette background will be advantageous.

Qualifications

At least 2 years’ experience as Chef de Partie or a comparable role. Attention to detail is a must, with the ability to work in a calm and professional manner whilst running your own kitchen section. Flexible approach, willingness to learn new techniques, ability to work independently as well as a true team player.

Benefits

• Share of monthly tips (circa £1 per hour worked).
• Extra Holiday Days for each year’s service (max 33 days).
• Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action.
• Discounted Bed & Breakfast stays at hotels within the group (£25 per night).
• Discounted F&B (Food 35% & Beverage 50% – when eating) when staying at a Classic Lodges Hotel.
• Free meals on duty.
• Access to training course and apprenticeships.
• Annual Long Service, Employee of the Quarter & Special Awards.
• Annual Long Service Dinner (for those with 5+ years service).
• Group Annual Awards Dinner, Harrogate.
• Free Transport from Furness area or Free car parking.
• Local Staff accommodation available on a short term basis.

Salary & Hours

Hourly rate – £11.85- £12.40, depending on experience.

Full time, average of 40 hours per week.