5-Star Kitchen Leader: Chef de Partie, Mentorship

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spa and golf discounts

Friends & family rates (Fairmont R&R,/

Training and development opportunities

Pension

28 days holiday including public and a

Job summary

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a section and deliver 5-star quality dishes for our guests, working closely with Gordon Ramsay at the Mere. You will train junior team members, deputise for supervisors when needed, and ensure smooth daily operations, excellent presentation, and strict hygiene standards.

This role offers the chance to contribute to seasonal menus, control food costs, and participate in special events within a celebrated

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in the Hospitality Industry.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written & verbal.
• A confident & dynamic speaker, able to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills, works well on their own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.
• Applicable job-related skills as per Accountable Duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise kitchen team members, ensuring high performance and cohesive teamwork
• Maintain exemplary personal appearance, hygiene standards, and proper food handling procedures
• Work closely with Sous Chefs on daily operations, including reviewing function sheets and communicating updates to the team
• Oversee and demonstrate cooking methods within the outlet, ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
• Manage inventory, participate in ordering supplies, and check incoming goods
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations, Food Acts, and company policies
• Participate in and contribute to training programmes for continuous improvement
• Carry out external duties such as special events, promotions, and demonstrations as required
• Develop and implement new menu items in collaboration with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs
• Monitor and control food costs, minimising waste and maximising resource utilisation
• Ensure proper rotation and storage of food items to maintain freshness and quality
• Assist in the preparation of staff rotas and manage section staffing levels
• Maintain and update recipe files, ensuring standardisation across the kitchen
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes before they leave the kitchen
• Mentor and coach junior kitchen staff to develop their skills and knowledge

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Guest service

Deadline management

Job description

Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere in Knutsford is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a section and deliver 5-star quality dishes for our guests, working closely with Gordon Ramsay at the Mere. You will train junior team members, deputise for supervisors when needed, and ensure smooth daily operations, excellent presentation, and strict hygiene standards.

This role offers the chance to contribute to seasonal menus, control food costs, and participate in special events within a celebrated