Chef de Partie

Thwaites; Windermere, York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an exciting opportunity at a newly refurbished luxury hotel on the banks of Lake Windermere as a Chef de Partie. This role offers a chance to work in a high-pressure, fine dining environment, ensuring exceptional food standards and contributing to a unique culinary experience. You will be part of a passionate team, led by an Executive Chef, dedicated to excellence and innovation in modern cookery. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their culinary career while enjoying a supportive and engaging workplace.

Benefits

Staff Accommodation

Wagestream

28 Days Annual Leave

Health Cash Plan

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Accommodation

Pension and Life Assurance

Bespoke Training Programmes

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a 2/3 Rosette kitchen.
• Background in fine dining or Michelin-starred establishments.

Responsibilities

• Support senior kitchen team in driving food standards.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP procedures and maintain hygiene.
• Run an efficient kitchen section and support team members.

Skills

Organisational Skills

HACCP Procedures

Fine Dining Experience

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Langdale Chase Hotel, which sits on the banks of beautiful Lake Windermere, has recently undergone a full and significant refurbishment and reopened its doors in November 2023. In that time, the hotel has achieved 5 Star Status from the AA and been recognised in the prestigious Times Top 100 Places to Stay, ranked No.3 and North of England Hotel of the Year.

We are now looking to appoint a Chef de Partie to support the senior kitchen team with driving food standards and producing exceptional dishes to a four Rosette standard.

Your day-to-day as a Chef de Partie

1. Have good organisational skills and be comfortable working in a high-pressure environment.
2. Follow and manage all HACCP procedures with the kitchen management team.
3. Check all orders for freshness and quality.
4. Ensure training and standards are maintained.
5. Maintain appropriate staffing levels for the business.
6. Run an organised and efficient clean section.
7. Maintain the highest levels of hygiene and safety at all times.
8. Have full knowledge of all menu items, recipes, methods of production, and presentation standards.
9. Uphold team SOPs.
10. Support the development of our kitchen garden and growing cycles.
11. Support other team members across the kitchen.

Who are we looking for?

You will be an enthusiastic individual, passionate about your craft of producing excellent food, with at least 2 years’ experience in a 2/3 Rosette kitchen.

Ideally, you will have a background in fine dining, Michelin, or a Five-star hotel with a solid understanding of modern cookery.

Attention to detail is essential, with the ability to work calmly and professionally while managing your own kitchen section. Flexibility, a willingness to learn new techniques, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are important qualities.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of the opening team for Langdale Chase Hotel, developed by our talented Executive Chef, offering a unique experience.

For interviews, candidates are expected to provide a portfolio of example menus.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• Staff accommodation available
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days after 5 years
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan with discounts and perks
• Long service awards, including free meals and stays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted accommodation, food, and drinks at our properties
• Pension and Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes and apprenticeships
• An engaging and supportive work environment