Chef de Partie: Dual-Kitchen Roles, 45h, 50% meals

Chefs Bay Hospitality; Penrith; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% meals off on duty

Free paddle boarding sessions for team

Job summary

Chefs Bay Hospitality in Penrith, United Kingdom, is seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will work across two restaurants with different styles of cooking, delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining top standards.

This full-time role offers 45 hours per week, with 50% meals on duty and team benefits. You’ll collaborate with senior chefs, contribute to stock control, and have opportunities for career development within a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a busy kitchen.
• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent in Professional Cookery (desirable).
• NVQ Level 1 Food Hygiene or equivalent (essential).
• A passion for great food and the hospitality industry.
• Creativity and excellent knowledge of quality ingredients.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to remain calm and work efficiently under pressure.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop.
• Professional presentation and excellent personal hygiene.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering high-quality dishes to our standards.
• Working closely with our senior chefs to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Taking ownership of your section and helping deliver an excellent service.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Helping manage stock effectively and minimise food waste.
• Completing essential kitchen checks and records.
• Supporting the wider team with food preparation and service when needed.
• Sharing your knowledge and supporting junior chefs as part of a positive, collaborative team.

Skills

Experience as Chef de Partie

Busy kitchen experience

Creativity

Organisational skills

Time management

Calm under pressure

Proactive attitude

Professional presentation & hygiene

Education

NVQ Level 1 Food Hygiene

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent (Professional Cookery)

Job description

Chefs Bay Hospitality in Penrith, United Kingdom, is seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will work across two restaurants with different styles of cooking, delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining top standards.

This full-time role offers 45 hours per week, with 50% meals on duty and team benefits. You’ll collaborate with senior chefs, contribute to stock control, and have opportunities for career development within a growing organisation.