Chef De Partie

Devon Hotel; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality establishment in the UK seeks a Chef De Partie to produce high-quality meals and mentor junior kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have relevant culinary experience, a strong passion for food, and an interest in coaching others. This role offers a salary of £29,000 per annum for 40 hours weekly, along with generous TRONC and development opportunities in the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Generous TRONC

Discounts with local companies

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar role is required.
• Ability to maintain high cooking standards and allergen controls.
• Interest in shaping and developing junior chefs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce perfectly cooked meals to specifications.
• Set up work section and prepare for the next day.
• Restock sections and coach the junior team.
• Provide excellent guest experiences as an ambassador for the hotel.

Skills

Passion for food

Coaching junior team

Expert knowledge of menu items

Job description

Hourly rate and hours per week: 40 Hours per week / Salary £29,000 Per Annum.

Deadline to apply: 9th March 2026

A great Chef De Partie is not only an amazing chef but also a role model for the more junior team in the kitchen, leading by example and coaching goes hand in hand with providing perfectly cooked meals.

What will I be doing?

Producing perfectly cooked meals to our specifications, keeping your work area clean and tidy and maintaining strict allergen controls. You will also:

• Getting ready for the day, setting up your section and preparing for the next day.
• Knowing what you are selling, expert knowledge in all things menu related.
• Restocking your section and coaching the junior team to do so as well.
• Being an ambassador for the hotel, giving our guests an amazing time with us!

What are we looking for?

Someone who is passionate about food! If you love to cook and take pride in everything you do then we want to hear from you, for this role you will also need relevant experience in a similar role! An interest in helping to shape and develop the next generation of chefs would also be advantageous.

What’s in it for me?

Generous TRONC, discounts with companies both near and far and contracted hours! Oh, and getting to work with a group of people who are focused on being the best at what we do and helping you develop your career in hospitality, if that’s what you want to do!