Chef de Partie, Eynsham Baths

Maison Estelle; Witney; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff rates

Biannual socials

Estelleversary gifting

Uniform provided

Onsite seamstress

Cycle to Work

Pension health plan & life assurance

28 days holiday

Staff forums & sustainability

Recommend-a-friend bonus

Uniform care

Job summary

Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire is seeking a disciplined Chef de Partie to support our Tea Lounges wellness-focused food offering at Eynsham Baths. You will deliver high-quality, health-driven dishes with minimal supervision and step into front-of-house duties when required, ensuring excellent service.

The role blends kitchen and service, requiring strong technique, attention to detail, and a passion for hospitality to enhance guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury, multi-outlet F&B operations.
• Experience with fresh, healthy, wellness-focused cuisine.
• Ability to support front-of-house operations when required.
• Strong attention to detail and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Support wellness-focused food offering for Tea Lounges at Eynsham Baths.
• Deliver high-quality, health-driven dishes with minimal supervision.
• Step into front-of-house operations when required, maintaining service standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Wellness cuisine

Front-of-house crossover

Attention to detail

Guest service

Hospitality passion

Job description

Who are we?

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.

The Role:

We are looking for a disciplined and adaptable Chef de Partie to support our Tea Lounges wellness focused food offering at Eynsham Baths. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to deliver consistently high-quality, health-driven dishes under minimal supervision. The position is not purely back-of-house. You are expected to confidently step into front-of-house operations when required, supporting service, engaging with guests, and maintaining overall service standards.

Who are we looking for?

• Experience working in a kitchen in a luxury / lifestyle multi-outlet food and beverage operation.
• Someone who stays up to date with current food trends and best practices.
• Experience in fresh, healthy, or wellness focused cuisine preferred.
• Ability to work across both kitchen and service environments.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting.

The on target earning potential for this role is £38,590 per annum based on a 45 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £31,590 plus a qualified estimate of £7,000 in gratuities and service charge*. Please note this role is paid hourly at £13.50 so this is a projected salary and OTE.

What’s in it for you?

At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.

Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2026, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £7,000 in addition to their annual salary.