Chef de Partie

Platinum-Recruitment; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Live-in accommodation available

Share of tips

Profit related annual bonus

Free meals on duty

F&B discounts

Gym & spa access

Discounted staff stays

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Training & development

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment is partnering with a luxury 4-star hotel on the South Devon coast in Kingsbridge to recruit a Chef de Partie for their 2 AA Rosette restaurant. The role involves cooking across fine dining outlets, with seasonal menus and a busy service, catering for up to 120 covers.

The ideal candidate will have previous 4- or 5-star hotel experience at the 2 Rosette level, and live-in accommodation is available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a fine dining setting.
• Experience working in a 2 Rosette or equivalent hotel kitchen.
• Ability to manage portion control and help minimise waste.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes for main restaurant, bar and lounge.
• Assist senior kitchen team and train junior chefs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety at all times.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Rosette-level kitchen experience

Food safety & hygiene

Job description

Salary: GBP29000 - GBP31000 per annum

Salary / Rate of pay: £29,000 to £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Platinum Recruitment is working in partnership with a family owned, luxury 4 star hotel on the South Devon coast in Kingsbridge, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join their team, catering for their 2 AA Rosette awarded restaurant.

What’s in it for you?

• Free on-site parking
• Newly refurbished live in available, charged at £90 per week (inclusive of bills), if required
• Share of tips
• Profit related annual bonus
• Free meals on duty
• Food and beverage discounts
• Free use of the hotel’s gym and spa facilities
• Discounted staff stays at a number of hotels around the UK
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension
• Training and development opportunities

Package

• £29,000 to £31,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Why choose our Client?

Our client is a family-run, luxury 4-star hotel in Kingsbridge on the South Devon coast, with enviable sea views. This beautiful property boasts a 2 AA Rosette fine dining main restaurant serving breakfast and dinner to hotel residents each day. The menu for the fine dining restaurant changes daily with a weekly rotation but also includes daily specials too. In addition to this, the hotel has a terrace bar and poolside bistro which offer lunch and afternoon tea respectively, and an on-site food-led pub, however, the pub is run by a separate team of chefs.

The kitchen team is passionate about creating memorable experiences for their guests using fresh, locally sourced produce which is a proud feature of the hotel. The menu mixes classic dishes alongside new modern favourites and the hotel are looking for like-minded, experienced chefs who can work closely with the existing team, to continue to deliver the high level of service expected.

What’s involved?

As a Chef de Partie, you will work as part of a well-established team, preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes for the main fine dining restaurant, bistro, and bar. A lot of prep work will be involved as you can expect to cater for up to 120 covers per night during peak season, using locally sourced produce, however, you will be mindful to monitor portion and waste control at all times, to maintain profit margins.

You will work closely with the senior kitchen team, assisting with the creation of menu items and recipes whilst also managing and training any junior chefs working with you. You will ensure that you and others have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety at all times.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in a 4-star or 5-star hotel and will have worked to 2 Rosette level, or equivalent.

Live in accommodation is available if required, and is just a 10-minute walk from the hotel. There is also a bus stop outside the hotel, should you not drive.

Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying.