Chef De Partie

First Contact Chefs; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxurious 2AA Rosette Country House Hotel is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their talented kitchen team. The role involves preparing fresh local food, leading a section, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-end dining and excellent communication skills. Live-in accommodation and various benefits, including free meals and industry training, are provided.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Free meals whilst on duty

Industry-relevant training

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience cooking fresh dishes in a Rosette-awarded property.
• Eager to learn and develop.
• Experience leading a section.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh local food for guests.
• Support the Executive Chef and lead your section.
• Mentor and inspire junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Strong team player

Education

NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent

Hygiene certificate

Job description

This luxurious and charming 2AA Rosette Country House Hotel, set within beautiful grounds, is looking for an experienced and hardworking Chef de Partie with creativity and an eye for detail to join their kitchen team.

The hotel's continued success is based on the existing team and their passion and enthusiasm for delivering outstanding customer service and hospitality. The successful Chef de Partie candidate will join a talented kitchen team that creates a great workplace and environment for staff, which includes many benefits.

As Chef de Partie, you will need to be up to date with all cooking and presentation techniques and be responsible for preparing fresh local food for our guests and customers.

Live-in accommodation is available, along with free use of the hotel gym and pool.

You will support the talented and well-respected Executive Chef and senior team, taking the lead within your section, mentoring, and inspiring junior team members. You must have experience working under pressure in a busy high-end restaurant and be accomplished at preparing and presenting dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Requirements & Experience:

• Experience cooking fresh dishes in a Rosette-awarded property
• Eager to learn and develop
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and guests
• Ability to remain calm and focused during busy service
• Experience leading a section
• Strong team player

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Industry-relevant training appropriate for your position
• A supportive, team-based working environment

Application Process:

If interested, please send your most recent CV to [contact details]. Feel free to apply if you need further information about this role.

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This is a permanent position. All applicants should have a stable CV with excellent traceable references, experience with fresh produce, NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and a hygiene certificate.

You must be working in or a resident in the UK, able to prove your Right to Work, and hold necessary immigration status.

We appreciate your interest. Applications will only be responded to if they meet the criteria. If you haven't heard within 72 hours, your application was unsuccessful.

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