DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE

Thistle City Barbican; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel located in the North Yorkshire countryside is seeking a dedicated professional to assist in its kitchen operation. Responsibilities include food preparation, following guidelines, and contributing to menu designs. Ideal candidates will be passionate about food, detail-oriented, and have excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including a monthly service charge, holiday allocation, and discounts. This role is perfect for individuals motivated to improve and deliver excellence in service.

Benefits

Monthly service charge

31 days of holiday

Free parking

Meals on duty

Discounted accommodation

Employee Assistance Support line

Team appreciation activities

Access to training and development programs

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach to work and productivity.
• Passion for food preparation and service.
• Strong desire to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen operation.
• Follow recipe guidelines and standards set by senior chefs.
• Contribute to innovative menu designs.

Skills

Food preparation

Excellent communication skills

Detail oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

Competitive rate of pay plus monthly service charge, typically £2,400 annually

45 hours

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa, and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team in the smooth, safe and efficient running of the kitchen operation
• Assist with the day to day running of the section
• Assist with all food preparations as delegated by the senior chefs
• Follow all recipe guidelines and standards as set by senior chefs
• Contribute where possible and assist in the production of suitable innovative menu designs for the relevant area of food service within the hotel
• Continually strive towards achievement and improvement
• Assist on other sections or help with other duties when required
• Delegation of tasks to the Commis Chef

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Hands on approach to work, always being productive and looking to improve
• Passionate about food preparation and service
• Detail orientated and drives standards
• Possess a positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Friendly, courteous and helpful with excellent communication skills
• Motivated to go the extra mile for guests and colleagues
• Use of own initiative with willingness to go above and beyond in supporting the wider Grantley Hall team

Grantley Hall offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities for all employees:

• A monthly service charge - typically £2,400 annually
• 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service
• Access to earnings before payday (Wagestream)
• Free parking
• Complimentary meals when on duty
• Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQs, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs
• Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance
• Free sight tests for those eligible
• Onsite Team Gym with professional induction
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’
• Grantley Academy to support your development