Chef de Partie

Aimbridge; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A stylish seafront hotel in Eastbourne seeks a Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen team. The role involves preparing and presenting dishes, managing junior staff, and ensuring high food hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have strong cooking skills and a commitment to quality in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Starting salary above the National Living Wage

Industry-leading training and leadership development

Flexible working opportunities

Up to 30 days holiday (pro rata)

Company sick pay

Paid breaks and staff meals on duty

Free staff parking

Hotel discounts across our portfolio

Wagestream access

24/7 access to employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your specialty.
• Manage and train demi-chef de parties or commis.
• Monitor portion and waste control to maintain profit margins.

Skills

Cooking skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

Who are we?

The View Hotel Eastbourne is a stylish seafront hotel located on the town’s main promenade, boasting 130 contemporary ensuite roomsmany with balconies and stunning panoramic views of the English Channel. Our modern bar, welcoming restaurant, and flexible event spaces make us a vibrant destination for both leisure guests and business travellers.

ProudlymanagedbyAimbridgeHospitalityEMEA,partoftheglobalAimbridgebrand,weareconnectedtoanexpansivenetworkofhotelsacrossEurope,theMiddleEast,andAfrica.AimbridgepartnerswithrenownedbrandslikeHilton,Marriott,IHG,andAccor—offeringapeople-firstcultureandincrediblecareergrowthopportunities.

What is in it for you?

AspartoftheAimbridgeteam,you'llenjoyarangeofindustry-leadingbenefits,including:

• StartingsalaryabovetheNationalLivingWage
• Industry-leadingtrainingandleadershipdevelopment
• Flexibleworkingopportunities
• Upto 30 days holiday (pro rata)
• Companysickpay–peaceofmindwhenyouneeditmost
• Paidbreaksandstaffmealsonduty
• Freestaffparking
• Hoteldiscountsacrossourportfolio –upto50%offfood &beverageandspa
• Wagestream–accessupto40%ofyourpayasyouearnit
• 24/7accesstoouremployeeassistanceprogramme
• Careerandlifestylebreaks–timeoffforlife’skeymoments

A day in the life of…

As a Chef de Partie, your key responsibilities include preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your specialty. You are also responsible for managing and training any demi-chef de parties or commis working with you, helping the sous chef and head chef to develop new dishes and menus, and ensuring that you and your team maintain high standards of food hygiene and follow health and safety regulations. Additionally, monitoring portion and waste control to maintain profit margins is a crucial part of your role. By fulfilling these responsibilities, you play a vital role in ensuring the success of the kitchen and all hotel food and beverage operations.

What do we need from you?

To be successful in this role, you'll need great cooking skills and a deep understanding of different ingredients, flavours, and cooking techniques. You must be confident working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure while maintaining high standards.

You should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a busy kitchen where consistency, quality, and speed are key. This role offers flexibility in terms of hours and scheduling, and it is paid by the hour—meaning you’ll be paid for every hour you work.

We’re looking for someone who sees this as more than just a job. If you have a commitment to grow, we’ll support your development and progression within the kitchen team.

Key qualities we’re looking for include:

• The ability to delegate tasks appropriately and communicate effectively with your team.

• Strong organisational skills to manage your section efficiently.

• A commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment, with full compliance with food safety standards and correct use of equipment and cleaning products.

• An understanding of profit margins and how to work within costings to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and contributes to overall business success.

If you're passionate about food, reliable, and ready to grow with a team that values hard work and development, we'd love to hear from you.

At Aimbridge we offer a place for you to grow, succeed and belong. If you’re ready, it’s time to open your door to what’s possible just a few clicks away… Come on in, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.