CHEF DE PARTIE

Grantley Hall Group Limited; Ripon; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday with service increase

Free meals when on duty

Free parking

Uniform and shoe allowance

Stream earnings before payday

Job summary

Grantley Hall is seeking a diligent Junior Kitchen Associate to assist in the smooth operation of the kitchen, working under a Sous Chef, and contributing to high-quality menu development within a luxury setting.

You will help ensure exceptional food standards, support team training, and assist across sections as needed, while maintaining cleanliness and stock control in a premium hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for food and commitment to quality cuisine.
• Knowledge of health & safety guidelines in kitchen environments.
• Ability to maintain luxury standards and high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Assist brigade in smooth, safe kitchen operations.
• Manage day-to-day running of your section under a Sous Chef guidance.
• Support development of creative menus and service in the kitchen.
• Ensure food quality meets luxury hotel standards.
• Feedback to Sous Chef/Head Chef from guests and team.
• Assist other sections or duties when required.
• Train and delegate tasks to Commis Chefs and apprentices.
• Maintain cleanliness, stock control, organization and section standards.

Skills

Food passion

Willingness to learn

Health & safety knowledge

High standards

Creativity

Working under pressure

Leadership experience

Job description

Salary: £30,997 per annum plus monthly tronc typically £3,400 annually

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury.A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024 .As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience.The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe .

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the brigade in the smooth, safe, and efficient running of the kitchen operation
• Responsible for the day to day running of your section, guided by a Sous Chef
• Demonstrating a committed approach to supporting the development of creative menus and service in the kitchen
• Ensuring the quality of food is of the exceptional standard expected when dining at the hotel
• Continually striving towards achievement and improvement
• Ensuring the Sous Chef and Head Chef are kept aware of any relevant feedback from either the hotel guests or team
• Assisting on other sections or help with other duties when required
• Training and delegation of tasks to the Commis Chefs and apprentices
• Maintaining the cleanliness, stock control, organisation, and standards of the section

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• A true passion for food
• The enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• A thorough understanding of health & safety and food safety guidelines within the kitchen
• A willingness to work to the high standards that are demanded from a luxury establishment
• Innovation, creativity, and attention to detail
• Relish the pressure of the kitchen environment
• Experience of guiding others

Grantley Hall offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities for all employees:

• A monthly service charge - typically £3,400 annually
• 31 days holiday increasing to 33 days with length of service
• Access to earnings before payday (Stream)
• Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme
• Free parking
• Complimentary meals when on duty
• Discounted modern and spacious live-in accommodation
• Celebrating success! Company parties, winter award ceremonies and team events and incentives through the year. We also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, babies, marriages and so much more…
• Team appreciation and wellbeing activities - Team member of the month awards, BBQ’s, ice cream van, team massages, competitions & prizes, seasonal gifts, flu jabs
• Grantley Hall discounts - 50% off food and 20% off beverage, £100 B&B for employees (£150 B&B for friends and family), 20% off spa and gift shop products
• Access to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector.We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support .
• Discounted hotel stays with Pride of Britain hotels
• Complimentary bespoke uniform and annual shoe allowance
• Free sight tests for those eligible
• Onsite Team Gym with professional induction
• Refer a Friend Scheme where you can earn up to £1000
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line and online portal supporting ‘mind, money, move, munch’
• Grantley Academy to support your development

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