Chef de Partie

Knekt Hub Ltd; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel & spa in the Lake District is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their kitchen brigade. This full-time role offers competitive salary up to £32,000 plus tips and local staff accommodation. The ideal candidate will have solid kitchen experience, ability to run a section confidently, and a willingness to learn. Enjoy a supportive working culture with excellent training and career progression opportunities in a well-respected kitchen.

Benefits

Share of monthly tips

Extra holiday days

Free meals on duty

Training courses access

Company pension

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Ability to run a section with confidence during prep and service.
• Willingness to assist pastry on certain services or prep tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to hotel standards.
• Support the smooth running of all food operations.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal ideas.

Skills

Solid experience in a busy kitchen

Ability to run a section with confidence

Willingness to learn and contribute ideas

Team player with a good sense of humour

Ability to support and guide junior chefs

Job description

Chef de Partie Luxury 4-Star Hotel & Spa Lake District

Location: Southern Shores of Windermere (LA12)

Hours: Full-time approx. 40 hours per week

Salary: Up to 32000 - Competitive monthly tips (approx. 1 per hour worked)

Accommodation: Local staff accommodation available short-term

Contract: Permanent

Lakeside Hotel & Spa an 83-bedroom luxury hotel with fine dining a brasserie spa pool and conference facilities is looking for a Chef de Partie to join the main kitchen brigade. Located on the tranquil southern shores of Lake Windermere and part of the Classic Lodges group the hotel is known for quality professionalism and warm Cumbrian hospitality.

This role is ideal for a strong CDP who enjoys working across multiple sections. The position is primarily in the main kitchen while also supporting the pastry section when required under the guidance of the Head Pastry Chef.

What Were Looking For

• Solid experience in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen
• Ability to run a section with confidence during prep and service
• A chef willing to learn develop and contribute ideas
• Someone who works well independently and as part of a supportive brigade
• A positive reliable team player who enjoys a busy service and has a good sense of humour
• Willingness to assist pastry on certain services or prep tasks when required
• Ability to support and guide junior chefs when needed

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare cook and present dishes to hotel standards across designated sections
• Support the smooth running of all food operations including occasional pastry prep
• Maintain a clean organised workstation and uphold food safety standards
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal ideas
• Assist with training and development of commis-level chefs
• Work collaboratively to deliver consistent quality across all outlets (restaurant brasserie events)

What Youll Receive

• Share of monthly tips (approx. 1 per hour worked)
• Extra holiday days for each year of service (up to 33 days)
• Free meals on duty
• Employee Assistance Programme Hospitality Action
• Discounted B&B stays within the Classic Lodges group (25 per night)
• Discounted F&B when staying at a sister hotel (Food 35% / Beverage 50%)
• Access to training courses and apprenticeships
• Annual awards (Long Service Employee of the Quarter Special Recognition)
• Annual group awards dinner in Harrogate
• Free transport from the Furness area or free car parking
• Local staff accommodation (short-term basis to assist relocation)
• Company pension

Why Join the Team

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a large well-respected kitchen that values training progression and a supportive working culture. Youll gain exposure to both main kitchen and pastry operations widening your skill set and opening paths for future advancement.

If youd like to be considered for this Chef de Partie position please get in touch wed love to speak with you.

Key Skills

• Abinitio
• Cooking
• Consumer Durables
• Interior Fit-Out
• IT System Administration
• ITI