Chef De Partie

Parkdean Resorts; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discount 50%

Friends & family discount 25%

Team member discount 30%

Brand partner discounts (HelloFresh)

Job summary

Parkdean Resorts is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen team. You will work with Head Chef and Sous Chef, lead your section, and ensure dishes meet our standards for quality, speed, and consistency.

You'll manage a kitchen station during service, supervise junior staff, and uphold food safety and hygiene while delivering memorable meals for guests across the UK's largest holiday park operator. Shift flexibility and a passion for great food are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Able to perform under pressure during busy service.
• Demonstrates genuine passion for delivering high-quality food.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends/evenings/bank holidays.
• Has a Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Managing a kitchen section, leading junior team members, and preparing dishes in line with company specifications.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout service and ensuring end-of-shift cleanliness.
• Checking and recording food temperatures per company processes.
• Completing prep before and during service and restocking as needed.
• Ensuring margins through portion control, minimizing waste, and consistent dish quality.
• Receiving and storing deliveries with proper stock rotation and food safety.
• Communicating clearly with the kitchen team to support smooth service.
• Adhering to health & safety standards, allergen policies, and equipment use.
• Carrying out deep-clean tasks as directed by the Head Chef.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume kitchen

Under pressure

Food quality

Flexible shifts

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

Bring your passion, precision, and creativity to the kitchen with a role that's at the heart of delivering unforgettable holiday experiences. At Parkdean Resorts, we're searching for a talented Chef de Partie to join our busy, vibrant kitchen team.

As a Chef de Partie, you'll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to produce delicious, well presented dishes that consistently exceed guest expectations. Taking ownership of a specific kitchen section, you'll prepare food to order, manage your station efficiently, and ensure every plate meets our standards for quality, speed, and consistency.

What you will be doing...

• Managing a kitchen section, leading junior team members, and preparing dishes in line with company specifications.
• Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and hygiene throughout service and ensuring a full end of shift clean.
• Checking, recording, and maintaining food temperatures in line with company processes.
• Completing food prep before and during service, and restocking your section as needed.
• Ensuring profit margins are maximised through accurate portion control, minimal waste, and consistent dish quality.
• Receiving and storing deliveries correctly, following stock rotation and food safety guidelines.
• Communicating clearly and professionally with the whole kitchen team to support smooth service.
• Adhering to all health & safety standards, including allergen policies, uniform requirements, hygiene procedures, and correct equipment use.
• Carrying out deep-clean tasks as requested by the Head Chef.

About you...

• Experience working in a leadership or supervisory capacity in a high volume kitchen environment.
• The ability to perform well under pressure and stay organised during busy service periods.
• A genuine passion for producing high quality food that enhances the guest experience.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.
• A Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (or equivalent).

So, why Parkdean Resorts?

Well, besides the one-of-a-kind team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the chance to work with the UK's largest holiday park organisation, we can offer:

• The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks - we've got your back when it comes to training!
• You're never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme! It comes with a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support - because your wellbeing is our top priority.
• A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us.
• A team member discount of 30%, available on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities.
• Score awesome discounts! From tasty meal kits like Hello Fresh to your favourite local gyms, we've got deals on lots of brands just for you.

Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously therefore background checks including DBS (or equivalent) will be carried out if appropriate.

We want to do all we can to create an environment and recruitment process where people feel safe and comfortable to talk about disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests as part of the recruitment and assessment process, please contact Roisin at [e-mail].