Senior Chef De Partie, Glasshouse

Hosted Home; Witney; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural retreat in the UK seeks an experienced Senior Chef De Partie to join their culinary team. In this role, you will prepare and cook a variety of delicious dishes while maintaining the highest culinary standards. You'll collaborate with the senior team to develop innovative menus and contribute to a positive kitchen culture. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes your well-being and growth.

Benefits

Exclusive staff rates

Biannual company socials

Food during shifts

Pension and health cash plan

Uniform provided and cleaned

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary roles, preferably in high-paced environments.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to collaborate as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for various food concepts.
• Maintain high culinary standards and deliver creative menus.
• Support senior team in culinary opportunities.

Skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Creative thinking

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Who are we?

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa‑Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Chef De Partie to join our culinary team in The Glasshouse Restaurant.

The on target earning potential for this role is £41,293.82 per annum based on a 45 hour contract—comprising a base salary of £31,933.82 per annum plus a qualified estimate of £9,000 in gratuities and service charge*. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.

Here’s a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:

• As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will be preparing and cooking delicious food for our various food concepts.
• You will be involved in full preparation of all aspects of the kitchen. Delivering delicious food and drink is at the heart of what we do. With a focus on simple dishes, using high quality ingredients throughout our menus, you will be consistent in delivering service that delights.
• You will play a key part in delivering the food vision and maintaining the concept for the assigned restaurants, as well as helping to support the senior team with developing innovative menus and identifying new culinary opportunities.
• Maintaining the highest culinary standards through clear communication, recognising performance, embracing change and helping to create a healthy working culture.

Who we are looking for?

• Ability to perform under pressure and deliver results to deadlines.
• Someone who takes responsibility and initiative to explore issues and to generate new ideas with creative thinking.
• An enthusiastic team player with a positive mindset and hugely charismatic.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and organisational skills.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

At Estelle, we prioritise your well‑being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well‑being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.

Benefits

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Recommend‑a‑friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro‑rata basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2025, our full‑time employees can expect to receive in the range of £9,000 in addition to their annual salary.