Chef de Partie

Bel & The Dragon; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% food & drink discount

Tips paid weekly

Wagestream early access

My Fuller’s benefits access

Healthcare Cash Plan (after 1 year)

Induction & training

Job summary

Bel & The Dragon Cookham is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You’ll take pride in preparing fresh food from seasonal, local ingredients and work alongside talented chefs in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

We offer a supportive, family-style workplace with induction and training, 25% discount on food and drink across our pubs and hotels (rising with service), a fair share of tips paid weekly, Wagestream early access and access to My Fuller’s benefits.

Qualifications

• Prides themselves on preparing fresh food from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Works well within a kitchen team and fast-paced settings.
• Open to learning new cooking techniques and contributing ideas.

Skills

Fresh food prep

Seasonal/local ingredients

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

At Bel & The Dragon, we don’t just offer jobs – we are offering a chance to be part of something special. Our hotels are full of history and charm, with a real passion for great food and drink at the heart of it all. Every location has its own character, and so do the people who work here. Whether it’s a quiet corner by the fire or a lively evening at the bar, we create moments that feel personal and real.

As part of the Fuller’s family, our four core values – doing things the right way, being part of the family, celebrating individuality and always asking what’s next? – are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re someone who cares about quality, enjoys making people feel at home, and wants to be part of a team that’s proud of what it does, we would love to meet you.

Bel & The Dragon Cookham is one of the oldest coaching inns in England and sits on the village’s picture-postcard high street, a short stroll from the Thames path. Bel & The Dragon offers ten beautiful en-suite bedrooms in addition to an attractive, spacious restaurant & cosy bar area.

What we can offer you:

• An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels.
• Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued.
• Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth.
• 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years.
• A fair share of tips, paid on top of your hourly pay and paid on a weekly basis.
• Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller’s Family
• Access to ‘My Fuller’s’ – our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more.
• Healthcare Cash Plan – after one year with us you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments.
• Full induction and training
• The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won’t always need to wait until payday.

What we look for in a Chef de Partie:

• Someone who will take pride in preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.
• Support and work alongside talented chefs.
• Interest in learning new cooking techniques and putting ideas into dishes.
• An excellent team player with a positive attitude.
• Happy to work in a fast-paced environment.