Chef De Partie

LGH Hotels Management Limited; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Employee discounts on bedroom rates

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Limited is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie for the Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre. You will manage your kitchen section, ensuring top‑quality dishes and efficient service. The role involves mentoring juniors, maintaining hygiene, and upholding safety standards in a bustling hotel kitchen.

Join a busy culinary team within LGH’s growing UK portfolio. This role offers on‑site work, competitive pay, and the opportunity to develop in a well‑run kitchen environment across

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Ability to produce high quality, well-presented dishes.
• Strong teamwork and leadership within a kitchen.
• Commitment to food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high‑quality dishes efficiently and consistently within your section.
• Take ownership of your area, ensuring standards of food quality and presentation are met.
• Support, guide and help develop junior members of the kitchen team.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work environment at all times.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Teamwork

Food safety

Kitchen organisation

Job description

We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at the hotel. This role is an important part of the kitchen’s success, combining technical skill, consistency and teamwork to deliver high‑quality food and a smooth service.

As a Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard. Your calm, organised approach and pride in your work will help maintain quality, even during busy periods, supporting both the guest experience and the wider kitchen team.

You will work closely with colleagues, supporting junior team members through guidance and example, while helping to maintain a clean, safe and well‑structured kitchen environment where everyone can perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high‑quality dishes efficiently and consistently within your section
• Take ownership of your area, ensuring standards of food quality and presentation are always met
• Support, guide and help develop junior members of the kitchen team
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work environment at all times
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations consistently
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to support smooth and well‑timed service
• Remain calm, focused and professional during busy service periods
• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

Who Is This Role For?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Has experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role
• Takes pride in producing high‑quality, well‑presented food
• Enjoys having responsibility for their own section and working with structure
• Leads naturally by example and enjoys supporting and developing junior chefs
• Works well under pressure while maintaining consistency and standards
• Understands that teamwork, communication and organisation are key to a successful kitchen
• Is committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and professionalism

If you are passionate about cooking, value consistency and teamwork, and are looking to grow within a supportive and well‑run kitchen environment, this Chef de Partie role could be an excellent next step.

Hotel

Located in the heart of the vibrant city, the Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre is perfectly positioned next to Cardiff Castle and the Principality Stadium. With 157 elegantly designed bedrooms, the hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for both business and leisure travelers.

Our Academy conference center features 12 modern, fully equipped meeting rooms, making it an ideal venue for corporate events and conferences. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options, including a main restaurant, bar, and lobby lounge offering Starbucks coffee, serving delicious dishes and refreshing beverages throughout the day.

Our health and fitness club boasts state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including a gym, sauna, steam room, and a heated indoor pool, offering guests the perfect opportunity to unwind and recharge during their stay.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.