Chef de Partie

Quest Employment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Watford is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join its culinary team. You will lead your section, create exceptional dishes, and collaborate on menu innovations. This role offers you the chance to grow and develop your culinary skills while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. If you are experienced and enthusiastic about culinary arts, this could be your next career step.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in quality establishments.
• Strong culinary skills and creativity in menu development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead your section and craft exceptional dishes.
• Collaborate with the kitchen leadership on menu innovations.
• Mentor junior team members and maintain high standards.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Creativity

Food safety knowledge

Mentoring skills

Job description

Job Description

Chef de Partie Watford Luxury Hotel Restaurant

Join our exceptional culinary team at a prestigious 5-star hotel in Watford! We're seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to bring creativity and excellence to our award-winning restaurant kitchen. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career in a vibrant, fast-paced environment, this could be your perfect next step.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead your section with confidence, crafting beautiful dishes that consistently exceed guest expectations
• Collaborate closely with our Sous Chef and Head Chef to develop exciting menu innovations, daily specials, and seasonal showcases
• Inspire and develop junior team members through hands‑on mentoring and skills training
• Drive culinary excellence by maintaining impeccable food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
• Take ownership of inventory management, smart ordering, and our sustainability initiatives to minimize waste
• Contribute creative ideas for menu development and presentation techniques
• Ensure smooth service during peak periods while maintaining the highest quality output

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced culinary professional with solid Chef de Partie experience or exceptional Demi Chef de Partie background from quality hotel or restaurant kitchens
• Creative food enthusiast with genuine passion for working with premium, seaso...