Chef De Partie

LGH Hotels Management Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on room rates

IHG employee room benefit programme

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Hospital & death benefit plans

Cycle to work

Wellbeing resources

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Job summary

LGH Hotels Management Ltd is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre. You will manage a kitchen section, delivering high-quality dishes with consistency and teamwork to ensure superb guest experiences.

You will guide junior team members, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and uphold health and safety standards during busy service periods. This role is based on site in Cardiff with opportunities to grow within the LGH portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Ability to produce high-quality, well-presented dishes.
• Calm, organized approach under busy service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes within your section.
• Own your area, maintain standards of food quality and presentation.
• Support and develop junior kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic work environment at all times.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the wider kitchen team for smooth service.
• Remain calm and professional during peak service.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Teamwork

Food presentation

Job description

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

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The Opportunity

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

Benefits

• 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
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• 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.