Chef De Partie

Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special room rates

Recognition scheme

Talent referral scheme

Thank You Week

Wellbeing calendar

Training programmes

Job summary

Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport is seeking a Chef De Partie to deliver consistently outstanding food and guest experience in a busy hotel kitchen. You will manage sections during service, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.

You will follow health and safety regulations, HACCP and COSHH, contribute to stock control, and take part in ongoing training and development to progress within the Leonardo family.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP rules.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for delivering memorable guest care.

Responsibilities

• Offer exceptional guest care at all times.
• Prepare, present and deliver consistently outstanding food for any guest needs.
• Run sections of the kitchen during service and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with stock control and identify improvements in food service.
• Adhere to hygiene, health and safety regulations including COSHH/HACCP.

Skills

Food preparation

Health & safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Be Yourself – Be a Bold Team Player – Be LeonardoOnce you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community of over 55 hotels across the UK & Ireland!Main Tasks• Offer exceptional guest care at all times• Ensure kitchen areas and equipment are cleaned, and relevant health and hygiene procedures are always followed• Prepare, present and deliver consistently outstanding food for any guest needs• Collaborate with colleagues in other departments to elevate the overall guest experience consistently• Maintain good knowledge of menus and food item specifications throughout the hotel, including food items for M&E• Assist with stock control and identifying methods for improving food service as required• Run sections of the kitchen during service• Ensure a consistently high level of food service, maintaining awareness of commodities used, preparation, methods and cooking• Keep the department ready for business operations, ensuring kitchen is set up prior to service and all areas have the required equipment and products• Utilise all relevant systems correctly to complete tasks in a timely manner• Adhere to Company policies, Code of Conduct, procedures and relevant legislation at all times – including, but not limited to, Data Protection and Health and Safety regulations; this role requires particular adherence to hygiene, COSHH and HACCP• Complete any other reasonable request made by a member of the management team or a supervisorPerson Specification• Genuine passion for delivering memorable moments to guests• Positive approach to changing service environments and priorities• Pro-active with a hands-on approach to delivering consistent results• Embrace the Leonardo Hotels’ Guest Care culture; be empowered to work on your own initiative• Friendly team player with the ability to work effectively and efficiently with others• A confident communicator willing to make suggestions for improvements, and open to feedback from colleagues• Engaged with hotel initiatives to support the local communityMeasurable Performance Indicators• Demonstrating the Company vision, mission and values when interacting with colleagues and guests• Customer reviews• Achieving agreed KPIs• Fulfilment of the job skills checklist• Customer satisfaction scores e.g. Booking.com• Regular review meetings with line managerAvailable Ongoing Learning• GROWonline BELONG induction and development courses• Academy Technical skills training• Team Coach• ‘Come Join Us’ Guest Care training• Opportunity to apply for internal development programmes, such as:o Junior Chef Development programmeo Graduate programmeo Level 2 Apprenticeships in HospitalityNOTE: The learning opportunities listed above are correct at the time of issueand are subject to change. You must speak with your line manager if you are interested in pursuing any training courses or programmes.Some of the perks our Chef De Partie could enjoy include:Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & EuropeCompany-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shopsTalent referral schemeThank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between!Wellbeing CalendarOngoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progressionWe’re committed to creating a workplace where every individual—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered.Why come join us as a Chef De Partie?We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, “Come Join Us Guest Care” training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!