Chef de Partie

SeeMeHired.com; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday entitlement

Staff discounts

Free resort facilities

Food discounts

Spa discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus

Sick pay & compassionate leave

Employee assistance

Verde Resorts Academy

MediCash health plan

Job summary

Verde Resorts is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to join The Springs, Resort & Golf Club in Oxfordshire. This permanent, full-time position offers 40 hours across five days, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

You'll work with the Head Chef to uphold top-tier food prep, presentation and service, with room to grow in a fast-paced culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy kitchen is desirable.
• Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Head Chef to prepare and serve high-quality dishes.
• Oversee sections of the kitchen, ensuring portion control and presentation standards.
• Support with inventory management, stock rotation and minimising food waste.
• Maintain hygiene, safety and food handling standards at all times.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
• Contribute to menu development and daily specials.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Food Safety certification

Catering qualifications

Job description

Chef de Partie

We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our team at The Springs, Resort & Golf Club in Oxfordshire. Up to £13.50 per hour, dependent on experience.

This is a permanent position to work full time hours. This will be 40 hours across 5 variable days which will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business.

Company overview:

Verde Resorts has 8 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each of which has its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level then the Verde Resorts family will have the career waiting for you!

About the role

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and talented Chef de Partie to join our dynamic kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your culinary skills while contributing to creating exceptional dining experiences for our guests. You will work closely with the Head Chef and the wider kitchen brigade to maintain the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and service.

This role is ideal for someone eager to grow in a fast-paced, high-quality culinary environment, with the opportunity to learn, innovate, and make a real impact.

Main Responsibilities

As a Chef de Partie, you will:

• Work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to prepare and serve high-quality dishes consistently.


• Take responsibility for specific sections of the kitchen, overseeing food preparation, portion control, and presentation standards.


• Support with inventory management, including ordering, stock rotation, and minimising food waste.


• Maintain strict adherence to hygiene, safety, and food handling standards at all times.


• Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff, sharing knowledge and skills.


• Contribute creatively to menu development and daily specials, as required.


• Perform consistently in line with Verde Resorts’ reputation for excellence, maintaining professionalism under pressure.


• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and a superior guest experience.

Requirements

We’re looking for a committed, enthusiastic professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Previous experience in a busy kitchen environment is desirable.


• Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety certification are preferred but not essential.


• Strong communication skills and a proactive, positive work ethic.


• A full UK driving licence is advantageous for easy travel to and from the resort.


• Passion for high-quality food and a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive rate of pay and opportunities for career progression.


• Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of days per year).


• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious UK holiday resorts.


• Free use of resort facilities, including gyms and swimming pools.


• Food discounts across all resorts.


• Discounts on spa treatments.


• ‘Introduce a Friend’ recruitment bonus.


• Company sick pay and compassionate leave pay.


• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.


• Free access to the Verde Resorts Academy, supporting professional growth and skill development.


• MediCash health plan.

All benefits are subject to terms and conditions.

About the company

We are Verde Resorts Management — a privately-owned company specialising in resort and holiday-home management across the UK. From lodge resorts to holiday parks, we focus on delivering high-quality leisure experiences and property-management services. We combine operational know-how with commitment to hospitality, ensuring guests and owners alike enjoy reliability, comfort and top-notch service.

Required Criteria

• Right to Live and work in the UK


• Previous experience in a similar role


• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort


• Some previous experience within a busy kitchen environment


• Catering qualifications and Level 3 Food Safety are desirable but not essential

Skills you'll need

• Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs


• Chefing Skills


• HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills