Chef de Partie - Live In

Hand Picked Hotels; Longfield; On-site; GBP 17,616 - 25,089; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday per year

Complimentary spa and gym access

Company pension

Discounted stays in hotels

Job summary

Hand Picked Hotels is seeking a Chef de Partie for their Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa, located in Longfield, Kent. This role involves taking ownership of a designated kitchen section, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation while maintaining food hygiene standards.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate of £15.50, opportunities for career development, and numerous employee benefits, including free gym access and company pension. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and experience in a professional kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience in a quality hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong understanding of maintaining high culinary standards.
• Ability to work well in a team and provide exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to high standards.
• Manage kitchen section efficiently during service.
• Support junior team members and assist with menu preparation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Passion for food

Job description

Chef de Partie – Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa

Location: Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NQ

Salary: Starting at £15.50 per hour plus service charge and excellent colleague benefits.

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent, 5 days out of 7.

Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa is part of Hand Picked Hotels. Located in the scenic Kent countryside, the hotel offers a heritage and hospitality blend, serving exceptional conferences, executive retreats, and unforgettable occasions.

What will the role involve?

The Chef de Partie takes ownership of a designated kitchen section and supports the delivery of an exceptional culinary experience. Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard, ensuring quality, care and seasonal flair at every service.

During service you will manage the section efficiently, maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety, and ensure mise‑en‑place is completed to the highest level. You will support junior team members, monitor stock within your section, assist with menu preparation across the hotel – including private dining and special events – and help ensure every dish enhances the guest experience. The role is full‑time, 40 hours per week on a rota basis that may vary with business needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.50 with incremental pay reviews based on recognition of commitment and performance, plus a share of service charge.
• Welcoming, inclusive culture celebrating long‑term friendships and diversity.
• Ongoing career development with in‑house and external training, including apprenticeships and industry‑recognised courses.
• 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days including bank holidays with length of service.
• Uniform and meals on shift provided.
• Complimentary spa and gym access (where available; restrictions may apply).
• Free on‑site parking (where applicable).
• Well‑being support through the Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company pension, enhanced sick pay & life assurance scheme.
• Online retail discount platform offering savings with high‑street retailers and restaurants, and a health and well‑being platform.
• Discounted stays in our hotels and on food, drink, spa treatments & products.
• Annual loyalty awards (e.g., afternoon teas and overnight stays).
• Introduction bonus for new colleague recommendations.
• Colleague of the Month awards leading to our annual awards ceremony.
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events.

Are you Hand Picked?

• Active, enthusiastic, welcoming and friendly attitude, working as a team to ensure smooth hotel operations and high‑quality personalised service.
• Previous professional kitchen experience, ideally within a quality hotel or restaurant environment, with a good understanding of running a section and maintaining high culinary standards.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a genuine passion for food, learning and development.
• Ability to go above and beyond, take pride in delivering consistently high standards, detail‑focused and service‑oriented.

Equal Opportunities

Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.