Chef de Partie Kitchen · voco Zeal Exeter Science Park ·

Valor Hospitality Partners, LLC; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospitality is seeking a talented Chef de Partie at Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park. You’ll lead a section in a busy kitchen, maintaining brand standards and delivering memorable dining experiences.

The role rewards enthusiasm, initiative and a personal touch that guests remember after checkout. We offer a structured development path, recognition through team awards, and opportunities to grow within a sustainability‑driven hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Talented, experienced Chef de Partie with a proven track record of delivering brand standards in a busy kitchen environment.
• Lead your section with confidence and stay calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work across shifts and days in a 7-days-a-week operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead your section with confidence and stay calm under pressure.
• Work closely with our kitchen team to deliver dining experiences that leave guests yearning for more.
• Bring your own personality to the job and go beyond what's expected to create memorable moments for guests.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Kitchen leadership

Job description

Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park

£29,868.80 per annum. 40 hours per week across 5 days.

Do you thrive in the heat of the kitchen?

Get paid for doing what you love, enjoy loads of rewards and benefits, and keep learning new skills while you earn. We're looking for a talented, experienced Chef de Partie with a proven track record of delivering brand standards in a busy kitchen environment.

The Role

You'll work in a clean, efficient and organised way, leading your section with confidence and staying calm under pressure. Working closely with our kitchen team, you'll help deliver dining experiences that leave guests yearning for more.

We want people who bring their own personality to the job - who go beyond what's expected and create moments guests remember long after they've checked out.

Sustainability at Our Core

Sustainability is central to who we are. Every team member is certified as "Carbon Literate", and we'll ask you to take part in Carbon Awareness training too. We expect everyone on the team to understand the impact of their actions on the environment, contribute to reducing emissions, and bring their own ideas to the table. You'll play a part in bringing our sustainability journey to life — for yourself and for our guests.

Working Hours

We're open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, so we need team members who can work flexibly across a range of shifts and days. We're generally busiest in the evenings and at weekends, but shift patterns and contracted hours can all be discussed at interview.

Supporting Your Hospitality Career Growth

• Nationally recognised apprenticeships, alongside our detailed brand training — you can view our most popular courses on our careers pages

• 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

About the Hotel

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park sits at the entrance of Exeter Science Park, home to the South West's leading science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine businesses. This premium 4-star hotel features 142 stylish bedrooms, a restaurant and bar showcasing local produce, a mini gym, gardens and versatile meeting space. The hotel is 100% electric, with a car park offering 12 EV charging points.

What's in it for you?

Look at some of Rewards and Benefits available at Valor

Fancy Joining Our Team?

We're an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. At Valor Hospitality, we actively welcome applications from candidates of all diverse backgrounds.

Every application is carefully reviewed against the relevant skills and experience for the role, and we'll be in touch if you're a good match and have been selected for interview.

If you need any support at any stage of the recruitment process, or reasonable adjustments to help you do your best, please email our team at [e-mail].

Please note that employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK