Chef De Partie

The JobsBoard; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Discounted hotel stays

Leisure facilities access

Employee Assistance Programme

Free meals on duty

Birthday meal on us

Free on-site parking

Career development

Job summary

The JobsBoard is recruiting a Chef De Partie for a well-established hotel in the Maidstone area. You will work closely with the Head Chef to maintain high standards of food quality, service and hygiene in a busy kitchen.

This hands-on role requires leadership, teamwork and calmness under pressure, with shifts typically 13:00–22:00 and occasional breakfast lines. Driving is essential due to location.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Chef in a professional environment.
• Experience in a branded hotel, restaurant or high-volume setting.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Support the kitchen brigade and lead by example.
• Roster shifts: typically 13:00–22:00 with occasional breakfast lines.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Kitchen hygiene

Work under pressure

Organisational skills

Hands-on

Education

City & Guilds 7061/2

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Chef De Partie

Location: Maidstone

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience/ possibility up to £32,000 + Tips

Start Date: ASAP

Full-time: Permanent / All-year-round employment

Job ref:CHEF12333

Are you a passionate Chef De Partielooking for your next opportunity in a busy, professional kitchen?

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef/experienced CDP to join a friendly and hardworking kitchen team at a well-established hotel in the Maidstone area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys being hands-on, leading by example and helping to create a positive kitchen environment.

Due to location applicants will need to be able to drive.

About the role

• Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to ensure consistently high standards of food quality, service, hygiene and kitchen performance.
• You will be responsible for supporting the wider kitchen brigade while taking an active role. We are looking for someone who is confident working as a team, remains calm under pressure and takes pride in delivering excellent food.
• Shift patterns will be across 5 days and will be for the majority be a 13:00/14:00-22:00 with the odd breakfast shift on offer in line with business needs.

About you

• We are looking for an experienced Chef who enjoys being actively involved in the kitchen and leading from the front.

Ideally, you will have:

• At least 2 years experience working in a professional environment as a Chef
• Experience within a branded hotel, restaurant or similar high-volume environment.
• City & Guilds 7061/2 and/or NVQ Level 3 (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• A genuine passion for food and high standards.
• The confidence to lead, support and motivate a kitchen team.
• A flexible and positive approach to working in a busy kitchen.
• A strong team-player mentality combined with good leadership skills.

Most importantly, you will be someone who is hands-on, enthusiastic and passionate about creating a great working environment, while ensuring the kitchen delivers consistently high standards.

What is on offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Guaranteed work throughout the year.
• 28 daysannual holiday.
• Discounted hotel stays worldwide for you, friends and family.
• Complimentary use of leisure facilities, including health club and pool.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Complimentary meal in the restaurant for you and a friend on your birthday.
• Free on-site parking.
• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the business.

Location & transport

• A driving licence and access to your own transport is essential, as the property is not located on a mainline bus or train route.