Chef De Partie

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Penrith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Share of tips

Food and spa discounts

Staff meals

28 days annual leave

Pension and life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy Ltd is seeking a Chef De Partie for a lakeside 4-star hotel near Penrith. The role offers £28,000 salary, share of tips, and live-in accommodation, with opportunities for career development in the Lake District.

You will join an experienced kitchen brigade, own your section, and produce high-quality dishes while upholding hygiene and service standards. Driving licence is preferred due to rural location.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure during service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes.
• Own your section during busy service periods.
• Maintain food presentation standards.
• Assist with daily kitchen operations.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety standards.
• Assist with stock control and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with the kitchen brigade to deliver outstanding food and service.

Skills

Kitchen experience in hotel/restaurant

Team player

Food preparation

Job description

Chef De Partie – £28,000 + Share of Tips + Live-In Accommodation
Work in a stunning lakeside hotel with fantastic benefits and career development opportunities!

Are you an experienced Chef De Partie looking for your next opportunity in a beautiful location? This is a fantastic chance to join a prestigious four-star country house hotel near Penrith, overlooking the spectacular shores of Ullswater.

Working within an experienced kitchen brigade, you’ll take ownership of your own section, preparing fresh, high-quality dishes and delivering consistently excellent food. With live-in accommodation, a share of tips and ongoing training opportunities, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career in the Lake District.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• £28,000 salary plus a share of the tips

• Live-in accommodation available

• 25% discount on food, drink and spa treatments across the group

• Generous discounts on regular room rates

• Free staff meals

• 28 days’ annual leave

• Company pension scheme and life assurance

• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action

• Continued training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

As Chef De Partie, you’ll play an important role in delivering exceptional food every service by:

• Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality dishes

• Taking ownership of your own section during busy service periods

• Maintaining excellent standards of food presentation and consistency

• Supporting the kitchen with daily operations

• Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are always met

• Assisting with stock control and minimising waste

• Working closely with the kitchen brigade to deliver outstanding food and service

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a passionate Chef who enjoys working with fresh produce and takes pride in delivering excellent food.

• Previous experience working in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

• A genuine team player who thrives in a busy environment

• Good knowledge of fresh produce and quality ingredients

• The ability to perform under pressure during busy service

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• A desire to continue developing your career towards a more senior kitchen position

• A full driving licence and own transport due to the rural location is prefered but not essential

If you’re looking for your next opportunity as a Chef De Partie in Penrith, this is a fantastic chance to join a beautiful hotel offering an excellent salary, live-in accommodation and great opportunities for career development.

Job Number │ 49303 / INDCHEFS
Location │ Penrith
Role │ Chef De Partie