Chef de Partie

First Contact Chefs; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury country house hotel in Worthing is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to create fresh dishes and lead a kitchen section. Join a passionate team dedicated to outstanding hospitality and customer service. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ Level 1 and 2, have experience in high-end dining, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Live-in options are available, with a strong focus on staff welfare and training.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Free meals whilst on duty

Industry-relevant training

Supportive, team-based working environment

Qualifications

• Experience working under pressure in a busy high-end restaurant.
• Must be up-to-date with cooking and presentation techniques.
• Ability to prepare and present dishes with fresh local ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Join a talented kitchen team creating a great workplace environment.
• Mentor and inspire junior team members.
• Prepare fresh local food for guests.

Skills

Experience cooking fresh dishes in a Rosette-awarded property

Excellent communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Experience leading a section

Strong team player

Education

NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent

Hygiene certificate

Job description

This luxurious and charming 2AA Rosette Country House Hotel, set within beautiful grounds, is looking for an experienced and hardworking Chef de Partie with creativity and an eye for detail to join their kitchen team.

The hotel’s continued success is based on its existing team and their passion for delivering outstanding customer service and hospitality. The successful Chef de Partie will join a talented kitchen team that creates a great workplace environment, offering many benefits.

As Chef de Partie, you will need to be up-to-date with all cooking and presentation techniques, preparing fresh local food for our guests and customers.

The location offers beautiful views, with live-in options, a fantastic culture, and a strong focus on staff welfare and wellbeing.

You will support the talented and well-respected Executive Chef and senior team, taking the lead within your section, mentoring, and inspiring junior team members. You must have experience working under pressure in a busy high-end restaurant and be accomplished at preparing and presenting dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Requirements & Experience:

• Experience cooking fresh dishes in a Rosette-awarded property
• Eager to learn and develop
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and guests
• Ability to remain calm and focused during busy service
• Experience leading a section
• Strong team player

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Free meals whilst on duty
• Industry-relevant training tailored to your position
• A supportive, team-based working environment

Application Process:

To apply, please send your most recent CV to [e-mail]. For more information about this role, feel free to contact us.

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This is a permanent position. All applicants should have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, and possess NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate.

You must be working in or residing in the UK and able to prove your right to work. Applicants should be UK/EU citizens with ILR/PR status or hold a valid work permit/visa with at least 2 years remaining.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, with documented evidence required during the recruitment process.

Thank you for your interest. Please note that only applications matching the criteria will be responded to within 72 hours. If you do not hear from us, your application was not successful.

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