Chef de Partie - Accommodation Available

The Newt in Somerset; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join their culinary team. The ideal candidate will have high-end food preparation experience and a passion for seasonal ingredients. This role offers a chance to work with state-of-the-art equipment in an inspiring kitchen environment.

Benefits

Complimentary use of gym and wellbeing classes

50% off Spa Treatments

30% discount in estate shops and restaurants

Complimentary garden memberships

Recognition program with rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in high-end food preparation required.
• Passion for seasonal produce is a must.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily kitchen operations in assigned section.
• Guide and develop commis chefs in food preparation.

Skills

High-end food preparation

Seasonal produce

Job description

Chef de Partie - Accommodation Available

Up to £38,000 OTE per annum plus fantastic benefits

Permanent or temporary accommodation available

Take a look at our website

"Best Boutique Hotel" - Hotel & Lodge Awards / "Southwest England's Hotel of the Year" - The Times

Our Chef de Parties

Working with our state-of-the-art equipment, our chefs are some of the most passionate and inspirational in the South West. A focus is always on our food - ensuring each dish is as beautiful as the next, with the flavours of each component being highlighted to their full potential. Dishes are always fresh and seasonal, with our chefs using produce both from our Estate garden team and our trusted local suppliers.

Our CDPs play a crucial role in our kitchen. The day-to-day duties of each section will be your responsibility, and commis chefs will look to you for guidance and development.

Previous experience in high-end food preparation and a passion for seasonal produce is a must.

Our Restaurants

The Botanical Rooms

Showcasing the best of high-end, contemporary British food, The Botanical Rooms offers a luxurious experience for our diners. All dishes are created using produce from the estate and our local suppliers, served in our beautiful 60-cover restaurant.

The Farmyard Kitchen

The Farmyard, a reimagined dairy nestled in the rolling Somerset hillside, our newest hotel project which houses 17 beautiful guest rooms within a renovated farmhouse with outbuildings. The Farmyard boasts a swimming pool, games room, honesty bar, and a 40-cover restaurant. Open for breakfast through dinner, using the finest produce from the estate, cooked in a wood-fired oven, with our chefs serving straight to the table. Seasonally led, hearty yet humble sharing dishes with carafes of wine served in a beautiful stone barn, with relaxed yet high-end service and an open kitchen.

The Creamery

Based at Castle Cary train station, The Creamery Restaurant welcomes visitors to this part of Somerset and wave passengers off on journeys around the UK. The café serves a small menu of brasserie classics that highlight the craftsmanship of local producers, leaning on classic cooking methods for quintessential dishes with a Somerset focus.

Estate Kitchen - Daytime Hours

Our Visitor Attraction encompasses all of our gardens, exhibitions, woodland walks, and eateries, open daily to our hotel guests and members. Key food offerings include The Cyder Bar, The Roman Villa, and Estate BBQs.

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes to stay in shape.
• Access to our Spa and swimming pools, with 50% off Spa Treatments for your wellbeing.
• 30% discount in our estate shops and online, with free delivery on online purchases.
• Exclusive perks like discounted hotel stays for staff and a 30% discount at our restaurants.
• Complimentary garden memberships to The Newt and partner gardens such as Eden Project, Kew Gardens, and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
• Complimentary meals on shift, prepared with fresh estate produce.
• Recognition through our "Newt Awards" colleague recognition program, with rewards including free hotel stays.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• Regular team activities and engagement events, including Go-Karting and Wine Tasting.
• Access to earnings at any time via Wagestream and nationwide brand discounts.
• Up to 30 days of annual leave for full-time staff.

Who are we - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled in rolling fields and steeped in history, our luxury country estate offers a haven of elegance with captivating gardens, pathways, and exhibitions, open 364 days a year for members. Our hotel provides a warm, sophisticated environment with impeccable service. Beyond the estate, our Ecommerce, media, and membership teams share our finest products and latest news. Our talented teams across departments work harmoniously to craft an unforgettable experience of growth, development, and innovation.