Chef de Partie

De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Leisure Club access

Birthday day off

Annual 2-night stay

Staff discounts

31-33 days holiday

Job summary

De Vere Wokefield Estate in Mortimer, Reading is seeking a Chef de Partie to join a busy kitchen team. You’ll take ownership of your section, prepare, cook and present dishes to a high standard across breakfast, conferences, weddings and events.

This full-time role is 40 hours per week with overtime paid. You’ll mentor junior chefs, maintain high food hygiene standards and contribute to an exceptional guest experience. Benefits include meals on duty, leisure club access, and annual awards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef within a busy kitchen environment.
• Confident running your own section and delivering high standards during service.
• Great eye for detail and pride in food prepared and presented.
• Enjoy mentoring less experienced chefs to develop their skills and confidence.
• Organised and able to work calmly and efficiently when service gets busy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a high standard across multiple dining experiences.
• Take ownership of your section and support junior chefs during service.
• Maintain cleanliness, food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Collaborate with the brigade to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Own section ownership

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Calm under pressure

Job description

Great food starts with a great team. Are you a Chef looking for your next opportunity in a busy hotel kitchen?

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade at De Vere Wokefield in Mortimer, Reading.

As a Chef de Partie with De Vere you’ll work as part of a busy brigade preparing and delivering food across a variety of dining experiences. From breakfast and conference lunches to restaurant and bar menus, weddings and special events, there’ll be plenty of variety in your day.

You’ll take ownership of your section, preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard while making sure service runs smoothly. You’ll also support our Commis and Demi Chefs, sharing your knowledge and helping them develop their skills and confidence.

Working closely with the rest of the brigade, you’ll make sure your section is organised and ready for service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and health & safety.

This is a full time role that involves working 40 hours per week with any overtime paid.

• You’ll have previous experience as a Chef within a busy kitchen environment.
• You’ll be confident running your own section and delivering consistently high standards during service.
• You’ll have a great eye for detail and take pride in the food you prepare and present.
• You’ll enjoy being part of a brigade and supporting less experienced chefs to develop.
• You’ll be organised and able to work calmly and efficiently when service gets busy.

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Chef de Partie.

• £15.23 per hour with a 40 hour contract and any overtime paid.
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

De Vere Wokefield Estateset in 250 acres of rural Berkshire parkland is home to a historic Mansion House filled with traditional features and the contemporary Wokefield Place that offers state of the art facilities. It has 376 bedrooms and suites, 39 meeting rooms with large event space and a high tech dedicated conference building, an 18-hole PGA approved championship golf course and leisure club. Benedict's Bar, The 1560 Restaurant, The View Restaurant, Burr & Co. coffee shop and a deli are some of our amazing food and beverage options at Wokefield Estate: there really is something for everyone.

Your commute: just outside Reading, we're 10 minutes from J11 of the M4, with fast and direct trains from London Paddington to Reading Train station. We also offer subsidised travel to our colleagues who work at Wokefield Estate.

At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.