Chef de Partie - HI London - Gatwick Airport - Gatwick

Valor Hospitality; Wootton Bridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The role demands strong leadership and the ability to deliver brand standards under pressure. The company offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, career training through apprenticeships, and numerous employee benefits including discounts and awards recognition. Ideal candidates will possess a proven culinary track record and a passion for exceptional dining experiences.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes

Monthly service awards

Healthcare Cash Plan options

Discounted hotel rates

Exclusive dining discounts

Free meals while on duty

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a kitchen environment with ability to meet brand standards.
• Strong leadership skills to guide the kitchen team effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining composure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes to deliver an unforgettable dining experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in the kitchen.
• Work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Job description

Benefits

• A calendar of wellness activities - from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24/7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just 5 per month.
• Supporting your hospitality career growth
• Fully funded apprenticeship programmes.
• Internal development programmes, designed to support you as you grow within your role.
• Monthly and annual team member service awards, making sure your achievements are recognised and celebrated.
• Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family
• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just 30 Bed and Breakfast.
• Discounted stays for friends and family.
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.
• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well-fuelled.
• Access to high-street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.
• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Generous refer-a-friend bonuses, starting at 250.

Job Details

We are seeking a talented and experienced Chef de Partie, someone who thrives in the heat of the kitchen? As our newest Chef de Partie, we're seeking someone with a proven track record of constantly delivering the brand standards in a kitchen environment. As a Chef de Partie, you will be required to work in a clean and efficient manner, demonstrating strong leadership skills and the ability to work under pressure without losing your cool. You'll work closely with our kitchen team to deliver an unforgettable dining experience, leaving our guests yearning for more.

We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need people to work a range of shifts and days - this means great flexibility if required. We are busier generally during evenings and weekends but shift patterns and contracted hours can all be discussed at interview. If you are looking for career training we offer nationally recognized apprenticeships which sit alongside our detailed brand training - you can view the most popular courses on our careers pages. In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family.