Chef de Partie

Emberwood-Restaurant; Bath; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel breaks

Wellness benefits

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Emberwood sits at the heart of the Francis Hotel Bath and is seeking an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This onsite role runs five days a week with shifts, offering a salary between £33,950 and £39,950 (OTE), including a basic of £33,950 plus around £6,000 in Tronc based on monthly averages.

You will have the chance to work across kitchen sections, with pastry shifts an advantage, and may cover the Pastry Chef during days off.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a busy kitchen.
• Pastry shifts experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work across kitchen sections and support pastry when needed.

Responsibilities

• Work across different sections of the kitchen with occasional pastry shifts.
• Provide cover for the Pastry Chef during days off and holidays.

Skills

Pastry experience

Chef de Partie experience

Job description

Chef De Partie - £33,950 - £39,950 (OTE) per annum andgreat benefits.
(£33,950 basic + approximately £6000 per annum Tronc based on monthly average)

Onsite, shifts, five days out of seven.

As part of Sutton 1079, we belong to a modern British enterprise shaped by stewardship, knowledge and a long-term perspective. Across hospitality, property and agriculture, we care for places with character and potential, creating businesses that are designed to thrive for generations.

Our vision of one team, peak performance reflects a shared commitment to purpose, capability and continual improvement. We believe great work comes from people who feel trusted, supported and connected to something meaningful.

Family-owned and guided by the Sutton family, we take a considered approach to growth, investing in our people as thoughtfully as we invest in our businesses. Through learning, development and opportunities for progression, we help individuals build rewarding and lasting careers.

Above all, we are creating environments where people can grow, contribute with confidence and take pride in what they achieve together.

We invite you to be part of the next chapter.

Emberwood sits at the heart of the Francis Hotel Bath, shaped by the city around us and the people who bring it to life. We welcome hotel guests and locals with the same warmth, creating experiences that feel thoughtful, grounded and genuinely cared for.

Hospitality is a shared craft. Our team, our partners and our suppliers work together with clarity and purpose, paying attention to the details that matter — in every plate, every conversation and every decision.

Since opening, Emberwood has earned recognition from respected voices in food and hospitality, including a listing in the Michelin Guide 2025 and reviews from William Sitwell and Tom Parker Bowles.

As part of Sutton 1079, we belong to a modern British enterprise built on stewardship, knowledge and the long view. It’s a place where people grow, feel trusted and take pride in contributing to something designed to endure.

Our Benefits

Here are just some of the benefits you can enjoy when you join us:

• Free and discounted hotel breaks - From the first day of service, you can benefit from a free break of one or two days in any Sutton 1079 hotel, in a 12-month period. Additionally, you, your family and your friends are also entitled to discounted stays across all of our hotels including dining in our restaurants.
• Heka benefits platform – your access to Heka begins from day one and is pre-loaded with a balance of £150 to use against a wide range of wellness focussed products, experiences and schemes including health cash plans and gym memberships.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles (T&Cs apply)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (26 weeks at 90% for expectant mothers, four weeks leave at 90% for fathers)
• Annual social and celebration events.
• Learning and Development - An extensive range of training opportunities are available to facilitate your personal development including our in-house Catalyst Aspire and Inspire programmes and external study sponsorship.
• Wisdom Wellbeing - A confidential, 24/365 service offering CBT, therapy, up-to-date information, support and advice on a broad range of subjects.

We also provide you with all the basic benefits such as free nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where available), and bespoke uniforms for uniformed positions.

At Sutton 1079, we are an inclusive, authentic and ethical community that celebrates diversity, human connection and a true sense of belonging. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves here. We value different backgrounds, experiences, career paths and ambitions. What matters most is the care, energy and personality you bring. Together, we create an environment where people are respected, supported and empowered to thrive.

What we are looking for

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Chef to join our kitchen team. This is a varied role, with opportunities for the right person to work across different sections of the kitchen.

Pastry experience would be a real advantage, as the role will include a few pastry shifts each week and providing cover for our Pastry Chef during days off and holidays. However, we’d also welcome applications from strong CDPs looking for a varied role and the opportunity to develop their skills.