Chef de Partie

The-Crown-Hotel; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted room rates

Birthday leave

Course Sponsorship

30% F&B discount

Refer a Friend £250 referral

Flexible working

Wagestream pay

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance

Social events

Free meals on duty

Job summary

The Crown Hotel in Harrogate is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen team. You will take charge of your section, craft dishes with flair, and ensure top presentation and taste during service.

Collaborate with the brigade, maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety, assist with stock checks and menu development, and help deliver memorable dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Passion for culinary excellence and memorable dining.
• Experience in a busy kitchen, with Chef de Partie level preferred.
• Excellent organisation for high-paced service.
• Creativity in plating and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of your section, cooking up incredible dishes that wow with flavour and flair.
• Bring your creativity to every plate, ensuring the highest standards of presentation and taste.
• Keep the kitchen flowing smoothly by prepping and organising like a pro, so every service is seamless.
• Work closely with the kitchen team, communicating with precision to deliver dishes on time.
• Maintain a pristine workspace, from your station to the tools you use - cleanliness is key.
• Help monitor stock levels, so we’re always ready to serve up favourites without a hitch.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, bringing fresh ideas to the table.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Kitchen experience

Organisational skills

Presentation/Plating

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

JOIN US

At RBH we believe our people are our biggest assets and understand the value in putting them first. Our approach to diversity in the workplace, health & wellbeing, sustainability and individuality sets us apart from our competitors and is one of the reasons we are rated Top 30 Best Places to Work in Hospitality! We are passionate about the industry and always on the lookout for new talent to join us on our journey...

OUR HOTEL

With a history dating back over 300 years, alongside an enviable location just moments from many of Harrogate's most popular sites, The Crown Hotel combines beautiful surroundings with a storied past and luxurious facilities. An ideal location for business and leisure trips.

The Crown boasts individually-styled accommodation across its 115 guestrooms, modern amenities, and ornate dining, all set within the charming old town of Harrogate itself and within easy reach of the Harrogate Convention Centre.

We serve breakfast and dinner in the Churchill Suite; have a residents bar and lounge; The Place, our coffee shop; and serve hundreds of guests in our banqueting suites at large meetings and events throughout the year.

OUR BENEFITS

You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
• An additional day's holiday for your birthday
• Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave
• Course Sponsorship
• 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
• Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social and wellness events and activities all year round
• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year

And much much more!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CHEF DE PARTIE AT OUR HOTEL

What you'll be doing...

• Take charge of your section, cooking up incredible dishes that wow with flavour and flair.
• Bring your creativity to every plate, ensuring the highest standards of presentation and taste.
• Keep the kitchen flowing smoothly by prepping and organising like a pro, so every service is seamless.
• Work closely with the kitchen team, communicating with precision to deliver dishes on time.
• Maintain a pristine workspace, from your station to the tools you use - cleanliness is key.
• Help monitor stock levels, so we’re always ready to serve up favourites without a hitch.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, bringing fresh ideas to the table.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• A passion for culinary excellence and a drive to create memorable dining experiences.
• Proven experience in a busy kitchen, ideally in a Chef de Partie role or similar.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle high-paced service with ease.
• Creativity and a keen eye for detail when it comes to plating and presentation.
• Team spirit, supporting the brigade to keep standards high and service smooth.
• Dedication to cleanliness, food safety, and upholding health regulations.
  EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact.

Compensation: Competitive salary