Chef de Partie

The Ambleside Inn; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid holiday

50% off food

1/3 off room bookings all year round

Stay £1 in January–March

Job summary

The Ambleside Inn sits at the heart of the Lake District, offering a welcoming setting with breath-taking fell views and easy access to scenic trails. This Chef de Partie role focuses on delivering high-quality dishes and presentation, while upholding food safety and company standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

You’ll join a passionate team dedicated to exceptional hospitality, with emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, and maintaining top standards across all service periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar chef de partie role.
• Genuine passion for food.
• Attention to detail in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• You’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring presentation and attention to detail are paramount.
• Deliver exceptional food service from start to finish.
• Oversee food safety, storage, and compliance with legislation and company policy.
• Work closely with kitchen staff, front-of-house and management teams to maintain high standards.
• Prepare food items timely and maintain a clean working station.

Skills

Strong communication

Time-keeping

Organizational skills

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, , and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

The Ambleside Inn is set against a backdrop of breath-taking fell views and scenic walking routes, making it the perfect base to explore the beauty of the Lake District. Surrounded by nature's tranquillity and with easy access to some of the area's most picturesque trails, it’s a place where you can truly immerse yourself in the stunning landscape.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Chef de Partie, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring presentation and attention to detail are paramount. With experience in a similar role and a genuine passion for food, you’ll take full responsibility for your section, delivering exceptional food service from start to finish.

You will oversee food safety, storage, and compliance with legislation and company policy, working closely with the team to maintain high standards. Strong communication, time-keeping, and organizational skills are key as you collaborate with kitchen staff, front‑of‑house, and management teams. You’ll work efficiently under pressure, preparing food items timely and maintaining a clean working station.

If you’re passionate about delivering quality food and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we think you’ll fit right inn...

This role allowed Tele to learn from those around her, gaining valuable experience and expanding her knowledge in the kitchen. Watch Tele’s video to learn more about our Kitchen Team Member roles https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn