Chef de Partie

Beechfield House; Beanacre; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Hotel employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Beechfield House Hotel in Beanacre, Wiltshire, is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis.

You will prepare and present dishes to high standards, manage a kitchen section, and support the Head Chef while ensuring food safety and HACCP compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in hotel/quality restaurant.
• Passion for cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen safety.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes to hotel standards.
• Take responsibility for an assigned kitchen section, ensuring smooth service.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Support breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, and private events as required.
• Ensure all food preparation complies with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and kitchen safety.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste, rotate stock and assist with ordering.
• Work closely with kitchen team to ensure efficient service.

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

Chef de Partie – Full Time

Beechfield House Hotel | Beanacre, Wiltshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Beechfield House Hotel, Beanacre, near Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About Us

Beechfield House is a charming country house hotel set within beautiful grounds in the Wiltshire countryside. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional hospitality, high-quality dining experiences, and outstanding guest service.

We are currently looking for a passionate, motivated, and experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef who takes pride in their work, enjoys working with fresh ingredients, and is committed to maintaining high culinary standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes in accordance with the hotel's standards.

• Take responsibility for an assigned kitchen section, ensuring smooth and efficient service.

• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion control.

• Assist the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.

• Support the preparation and delivery of breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, and private events as required.

• Ensure all food preparation complies with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP regulations.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and kitchen safety.

• Monitor stock levels, minimise food waste, and assist with stock rotation and ordering.

• Work closely with other kitchen team members to ensure efficient service.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie experience, ideally within a hotel or quality restaurant.

• A genuine passion for cooking and working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management, and kitchen safety procedures.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.

• A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and willingness to learn.

• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification preferred.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Opportunities for career development and progression.

• A supportive and professional working environment.

• Staff meals while on duty.

• Employee benefits and hotel discounts in accordance with company policy.

• The opportunity to work within a beautiful country house hotel.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position, working shifts according to business requirements, including weekends and evenings.