Chef de Partie

De Vere Ltd.; South Cerney; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known hotel in the Cotswolds is looking for a Chef de Partie to join their vibrant Food & Beverage team. This full-time role involves preparing and presenting dishes, mentoring junior chefs, and ensuring high standards of food hygiene. They offer £29,165 per year plus service charge, generous holiday, and numerous employee perks, including discounts and career progression opportunities. Become part of a dedicated team that values personal growth and exceptional culinary experiences.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Extra paid day off for your birthday

Annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner

£50 colleague rates for overnight stays

50% discount on Food & Beverage

Access to Apprenticeship programmes

24/7 health and wellbeing support

Life Assurance scheme

Monthly colleague recognition programme

Regular team appreciation events

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Chef working in a busy kitchen environment.
• High standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Attention to detail to create memorable culinary experiences.

Responsibilities

• Work in a busy team environment where you'll learn and develop.
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your speciality.
• Support and mentor Demi-Chef de Parties or Commis Chefs.

Skills

Experience in a busy kitchen environment

High standards of cleanliness

Attention to detail

Job description

De Vere Cotswold Water Park: nestled at the edge of the Cotswolds right in the heart of 152 lakes, the Hotel offers stylish accommodation with breathtaking views and has 328 bedrooms and apartments. There are 15 flexible meeting and event spaces and 2 large conference and banqueting suites hosting up to 800. With three restaurants and bars we have a buzzing Food & Beverage team here, but also have exciting opportunities across our other departments including Conference & Events, Reception/Front of House, Spa & Leisure, Kitchen, Housekeeping and Maintenance.

Your commute: we're well served by public transport, and we're just 20 minutes from J15 of the M4 and J11A of the M5.

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.

Would you like to join our team as a Chef de Partie at De Vere Cotswold Waterpark, where you'll experience an exciting blend of variety, industry-leading professional development, and a vibrant work environment?

As a Chef de Partie you will:

• Work in a busy and hardworking team environment, where you’ll continually learn and develop, and have the opportunity to develop your career with De Vere
• Showcase your culinary skills by preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes within your speciality
• Support and mentor Demi-Chef de Parties or Commis Chefs, contributing to the development of a talented brigade

This is a Full time position working 40 hours per week over 5 days with any overtime paid plus a share of service charge.

What we look for in a Chef de Partie:

• Prior experience as a Chef working in a busy kitchen environment
• High standards of cleanliness and food hygiene to maintain our health & safety standards
• Attention to detail to help create memorable culinary experiences for our guests

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.

• £29,165 per year/ plus a share of the Restaurant service charge
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• 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.