Chef de Partie

Bovey Castle, Devon; North Bovey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in North Bovey is looking for a passionate Chef De Partie to manage a section and prepare high-quality rosette standard food. This role involves mentoring junior chefs and creating innovative dishes with the Head Chef. The hotel values its staff with generous time-off policies, employee benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you are dedicated to culinary excellence and thrive under pressure, this rewarding opportunity awaits you as part of an award-winning team.

Benefits

31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service

Monthly tips fairly shared amongst staff

Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers

Access to health and wellness plans

Discounted stays and leisure activities

Free parking and meals on duty

Qualifications

• Professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing Rosette Standard food.
• Ability to lead a section and mentor other chefs.
• Great timekeeping and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a section and ensure high-quality food preparation.
• Mentor Commis Chefs and Apprentices.
• Prepare, cook, and present food to rosette standards.

Skills

Experience within a professional food environment

Passion for food and ethically sourced produce

Leading a section and chefs

Timekeeping and organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the 2025 Springboard Awards for Excellence

Please note: our hotel is in a very remote location and is not accessible by public transport. Live in accommodation available.

What you’ll be doing?

As Chef De Partie, you will be responsible for managing a section - preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality rosette standard food. You’ll use your passion, innovation and current trends to create new dishes alongside the Head Chef and support/mentor any Commis Chef’s and Apprentices working alongside you.

This role is 48 hrs (typical hours - 12:00pm-10:00pm) based upon 5/7 days per week.

EHC are committed to offering opportunities to those groups who may be under represented within our workforce – within our kitchen’s, we would particularly welcome the addition of a greater representation of female chef’s.

What you’ll need?

The successful candidate for the role of Chef De Partie will be professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing Rosette Standard food. You will be required to work well within the team and lead by example to the brigade.

• You will already have gained credible experience within a professional food environment;
• A passion for food and ethically sourced produce, with a pride in its delivery to the plate;
• The ability to lead a section and chefs in ensuring food is prepped and ready for service – great timekeeping and organisational skills are key;
• Your potential, your commitment, and your ability to work under pressure alongside being an excellent team player, is every bit as important to us as your knife-handling skills.

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in 2023, 2024 and 2025!)—which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Center: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer‑to‑peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long‑service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return‑to‑work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values‑led, award‑winning employer.

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