Chef de Partie

Oli Aubrey-Thomas; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality-focused hotel in Cheltenham is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their vibrant team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for producing quality fresh food and contributing to an exceptional dining experience. Responsibilities include actively participating in kitchen operations, delivering consistent quality dishes, and collaborating in menu design. The role offers opportunities for growth and development through various training programs and benefits including discounts, weekly pay, and 28 days holiday.

Benefits

Access to development programs

20% discount in Young's Pubs

Free meals

Weekly pay

Sharesave Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or Commis Chef looking for advancement.
• Passion for producing quality fresh food in a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion excellent service through quality food each time.
• Deliver fantastic food consistently.
• Participate actively in kitchen operations and supervise.
• Learn new skills and work collaboratively in the team.
• Assist in designing and delivering new menu items.
• Maintain effective controls on GP and labour.
• Drive sales and engage with kitchen and front of house teams.

Skills

Quality food production

Excellent service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Creativity in menu design

Job description

Chef De Partie

Nestled in a leafy corner of Pittville lies No.38 The Park. Our Beautiful Town House Hotel is one of the best places to stay in and around Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. We are a fun team that loves to put our guests and great hospitality first. Amazing Bedrooms, beautiful food and an experience to remember are what we do best. Day off on your birthday, summer and Christmas parties are a must. Great training and loads of room for progression. Come and join the best hotel team in town.

What we offer our Chefs de Partie :

• Access to our CDP - Sous Chef development programme and beyond : The majority of our Head Chef appointments are internal.
• Access to our Apprenticeship Scheme - Gain a nationally recognised qualification while you work.
• Access to our Culinary Masterclasses to sharpen your skills.
• 20% discount in all Young's Pubs and 30% discount on overnight stays in our Pubs with Rooms
• Free meals
• Weekly pay
• Sharesave Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 Days holiday per year

What we look for in a Chef de Partie :

We are looking for an existing Chef de Partie or an excellent Commis Chef looking for their next step, who considers themselves to have a passion and flare for producing quality fresh food in an environment that makes people feel welcome.

As the successful Chef de Partie you will :

• Have experience championing excellent service through quality food every time
• Demonstrate a passion to deliver fantastic food every time
• Be an active hands‑on Chef de Partie / Kitchen Supervisor
• Show willingness to learn new skills, be an active team player with excellent communication skills
• Working alongside your Head Chef, you will be able to demonstrate your creativity and ability by helping to design and deliver new dishes for our menus and daily specials
• Demonstrate great planning and organisational skills, necessary to maintain effective controls with regard to both GP and labour
• Have a pro‑active approach to driving sales and delivering growth, through engagement with both kitchen and front of house teams