Chef De Partie

De Vere Tortworth Court; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of service charge

Free meals on duty

Leisure Club access

Birthday day off

Annual 2-night stay with dinner

Colleague rates and 50% F&B discount

28 days holiday increasing to 33

Apprenticeship programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Stream pay-on-demand

You Are De Vere recognition

Team events

Life Assurance

Job summary

De Vere Tortworth Court in Wotton Under Edge is seeking a Chef de Partie to join a busy hotel kitchen. You’ll own a section, prepare and present dishes to a consistently high standard, and support junior chefs to develop their skills while ensuring service runs smoothly.

This full-time role covers varied dining experiences across breakfast, conferences, weddings, and events. Expect a weekly rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidays with a comprehensive benefits package and career

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Capable of running your own section during service.
• Organised and able to work calmly when busy.

Responsibilities

• Own a section, prepare, cook and present dishes to a high standard.
• Support Commis and Demi Chefs to develop their skills.
• Ensure service runs smoothly and maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Work with brigade to keep section organised for service.

Skills

Busy kitchen exp

Own section leadership

Eye for detail

Mentor junior chefs

Calm under pressure

Job description

Great food starts with a great team. Are you a Chef looking for your next opportunity in a busy hotel kitchen?

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade at De Vere Tortworth Court in Wotton Under Edge.

As a Chef de Partie with De Vere you’ll

work as part of a busy brigade preparing and delivering food across a variety of dining experiences. From breakfast and conference lunches to restaurant and bar menus, weddings and special events, there’ll be plenty of variety in your day.

You’ll take ownership of your section, preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard while making sure service runs smoothly. You’ll also support our Commis and Demi Chefs, sharing your knowledge and helping them develop their skills and confidence.

Working closely with the rest of the brigade, you’ll make sure your section is organised and ready for service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and health & safety.

This is a full-time position, working on a weekly rota that includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Your skills & experience

• You’ll have previous experience as a Chef within a busy kitchen environment.
• You’ll be confident running your own section and delivering consistently high standards during service.
• You’ll have a great eye for detail and take pride in the food you prepare and present.
• You’ll enjoy being part of a brigade and supporting less experienced chefs to develop.
• You’ll be organised and able to work calmly and efficiently when service gets busy.

The Pay & Benefits:

At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Chef de Partie.

• £14.68 per hour plus a share of the Hotel Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
• Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
• We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
• Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 28 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
• Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
• We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
• Experience the flexibility and convenience of Stream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

De Vere Tortworth Court

is a hotel that definitely has the WOW factor: a magnificent Grade II listed mansion house in South Gloucestershire, complete with sweeping drive entrance, Victorian arboretum and 30 acres of grounds making it a truly unique place to work. There are 201 bedrooms and suites, 14 meeting and event spaces including the Atrium, 2 Restaurants and bars and a Leisure Club & Spa offering treatments.

Your commute:

we're just a short way from J14 of the M5 and 20 mins from Bristol Parkway station, and commutable by car from Bristol, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Stroud and the southern Cotswolds.

At De Vere,

we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.