Chef de Partie

Blackberry Farm; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury boutique hotel in Thornbury is seeking a Chef De Partie to join its talented culinary team. You will work in a beautifully restored castle, ensuring high-quality food preparation and service. Candidates should have at least 5 years' experience in a culinary role and a passion for the industry. The role offers competitive pay and various benefits, including staff accommodation and holiday perks.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Paid day off on your birthday

Complimentary stay after probation

Staff discounts on accommodation and dining

Training programs available

Qualifications

• Experience in a 3 AA Rosette environment or 5 years in a 2 AA Rosette role.
• A calm approach and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Dedication and passion for the culinary industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve in a designated section.
• Ensure high food quality and preparation standards.
• Assist with menu development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Job description

Overview

Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking a Chef De Partie to join our talented brigade of chefs. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle and four Red Star boutique hotel.

About Us

Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces. our food style is modern British using the best locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and Sunday lunch as well as the occasional wedding and functions.

Our company goal is to deliver “refined and personalised hospitality” to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life. To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people

Responsibilities

• Full time permanent position 48 hours per week
• Salary £30,000 per annum
• An additional share of service charge and tips (paid everymonth, about 3.5k annually)
• You will be responsible for the preparation and service in a particular section supporting the team and helping colleagues
• Ensuring high level of food quality and preparation
• Natural ability as a chef with outstanding attention for detail.
• Assisting with the development of menus
• Ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative
• Strictly follow all food safety and health & safety procedures.

Qualifications

• A truly talented Chef with a professional approach, great passion and flair for the industry and food.
• Experience at 3 AA Rosette environment is ideal or at least 5 years’ experience in 2 AA Rosette within a similar role or above.
• A calm mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressure.
• Dedicated excellent team player with strong communication skills.
• Ambition to succeed

Benefits / Additional Information

• 28days holiday a year
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Off-site staff accommodation possible
• Complimentary stay at the castle after 3months’ probation period passed.
• Training programs via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilities
• Staff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverages
• Recognition programmes
• Access to online training facilities
• Career development programmes
• Uniform provided and free parking available