Chef De Partie

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

Job summary

A luxurious 2AA Rosette Country House Hotel is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie. This role involves preparing fresh local dishes and mentoring junior team members in a supportive environment. Benefits include live-in accommodation and industry-relevant training. A commitment to quality and customer service is essential.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Free meals whilst on duty

Industry-relevant training

Supportive team-based working environment

Qualifications

• Experience cooking fresh dishes in a Rosette-awarded property.
• Experience leading a section.
• Eager to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh local food for guests.
• Mentor and inspire junior team members.
• Support Executive Chef and take lead within section.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong team player

Ability to remain calm under pressure

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 dedicated team and their passion for delivering outstanding customer service and hospitality. The successful Chef de Partie will join a talented kitchen team that fosters a great working environment and offers many benefits.

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

Located in a magnificent setting with beautiful views, the role offers live-in accommodation, a fantastic culture, and a strong commitment to 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 skilled 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
• A supportive, team-based working environment

Application Details:

If interested, please send your most recent, up-to-date CV. Feel free to apply or contact us for more information about this role.

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This is a permanent position. Applicants must have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and a hygiene certificate.

Applicants must be working or residing in the UK and able to prove their right to work, including UK/EU citizenship, ILR/PR status, or a valid work permit/visa with at least 2 years remaining.

We appreciate your interest. Only candidates matching the criteria will be contacted within 72 hours; otherwise, your application will be considered unsuccessful.

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