Chef de Partie

Bedruthan Hotel & Spa; Newquay; On-site; GBP 18,266 - 20,787; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of hotel tips

45‑hour week

40% food & drink discount

Health plan

Job summary

Bedruthan Hotel & Spa in Newquay, Cornwall, is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade. You will oversee your section, collaborate with Senior Chefs and learn across multiple stations while delivering high quality dishes using seasonal ingredients.

We offer a competitive hourly rate with Boost+ tips, a 45‑hour week over five days, a 40% food and drink discount, and clear opportunities for progression within our family‑owned Cornwall business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in similar role in hotel, restaurant or hospitality.
• Good knowledge of classic cooking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
• Passion for quality ingredients and great food.

Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality dishes consistently and to an exceptional standard.
• Work flexibly across sections of the kitchen, including Sauce, Ogo, Plant, Fish & Grill, Breakfast and Pastry.
• Assist in development and testing of new recipes and seasonal menu items.
• Complete mise en place efficiently and to required standards.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, organisation and food safety compliance.
• Train, support and supervise Commis Chefs and apprentices within your section.
• Collaborate with the wider team to support in-house dining and retail production.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management.

Skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Organisation

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Creativity

Seasonal cooking

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

• £13.26 per hour to £15.09 with Boost+ a share of hotel tips (approx. £1 per hour)
• 45 hours over 5 days
• 40% food & drink discount
• Career progression opportunities

Cook with the best local ingredients. Develop your skills. Be part of something special.

At Bedruthan, food is at the heart of the guest experience.

From vibrant family dining and seasonal menus to freshly baked pastries and artisan breads from our in‑house bakery, we're passionate about creating exceptional food that showcases the very best of Cornwall.

We're looking for a talented and passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a creative, fast‑paced environment where you'll have the chance to develop your skills across multiple kitchen sections, work with outstanding local produce and contribute to memorable dining experiences every day.

Whether you're an experienced Chef de Partie or an ambitious chef ready for your next challenge, you'll find plenty of opportunity to learn, grow and thrive as part of our talented team.

What do we want?

We're looking for a chef who is passionate about great food, motivated by high standards and excited by the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

As a Chef de Partie, you'll be a key part of our kitchen brigade, responsible for preparing and presenting high‑quality food across our restaurants and in‑house bakery. Working closely with the Senior Chefs, you'll help ensure consistency, creativity and excellence in every dish that leaves the kitchen.

You'll be confident running your section, enjoy working collaboratively with others and take pride in delivering exceptional food and service, even during the busiest periods.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Produce high‑quality dishes consistently and to an exceptional standard.
• Work flexibly across different sections of the kitchen, including Sauce, Ogo (adult dining), Plant, Fish & Grill (family dining), Breakfast and Pastry.
• Assist in the development and testing of new recipes and seasonal menu items.
• Complete daily mise en place efficiently and to the required standard.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, organisation and food safety compliance.
• Train, support and supervise Commis Chefs and apprentices within your section.
• Collaborate with the wider team to support both in‑house dining and retail production.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to help continually evolve our food offering.

Qualifications (Essential):

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a hotel, restaurant or hospitality environment.
• Good knowledge of classic cooking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
• Passion for quality ingredients and great food.

Desirable:

• Relevant culinary qualification.
• Experience working across multiple kitchen sections.
• Experience supporting junior team members and developing others.

Key Skills:

• Passion for food and hospitality.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a busy kitchen environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for seasonal cooking.

Why Join Us?

As a family‑owned, independent Cornish business, we value every member of our talented team. We offer a range of benefits and perks to reflect our commitment to making Bedruthan such a desirable place to work.

These include:

• £13.26 per hour to £15.09 with Boost plus a share of hotel tips.
• 45 hours over 5 days.
• A people‑centric working environment.
• Learning, development and internal career progression opportunities.
• Permanent contract with 28 days holiday per year (29 after 1 year).
• Long service scheme, including a complimentary stay after your first year.
• 40% off food and drinks, plus discounts across a range of hotel services.
• Local partnership discounts.
• Health Shield Healthcare Plan.
• Temporary on‑site accommodation available.
• Free parking.
• Team socials, celebrations and colleague recognition programmes.
• Performance Boost Scheme - The more you bring to the role, the more opportunity there is to earn. We recognise team members who deliver great guest experiences, are willing to learn across different roles, and regularly support other teams. For eligible team members, this can mean the opportunity to earn more on top of base pay.

Why You'll Love It Here

Perched on the dramatic North Cornwall coastline, Bedruthan is a place where creativity, hospitality and community come together.

You'll work with fantastic local produce, learn from experienced chefs and be part of a kitchen that encourages growth, collaboration and innovation. Every day brings new opportunities to develop your skills, contribute ideas and create food that guests genuinely remember.

This isn't simply a job — it's the place you want to be.

AGENCIES: We're not working with recruitment agencies on this role, and thank you for thinking of us. Any unsolicited CVs will be treated as direct applications and agency fees will not be due.