Chef de Partie - Live In

The Inn Collection Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food for staff

Staff accommodation

1/3 off room bookings

Job summary

The Inn Collection Group’s The Black Swan in Helmsley is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our busy kitchen. You’ll take full responsibility for your section, ensuring high-quality dishes with flair and consistency.

You’ll oversee food safety, storage and compliance with legislation, work with front-of-house and management, and keep downtime to a minimum in a fast-paced environment. Previous similar role and passion for food are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Passion for delivering quality food.
• Ability to work as part of a busy kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food presentation and section deliverables.
• Maintain food safety, storage and compliance with legislation.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff, front-of-house and management.

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs-with-rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values: warmth, customer-obsessed, accountable, delivering results, and Inn It Together. All with the goal of making people happy through heartfelt hospitality.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.


• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.


• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.


• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns


• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.


• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.


• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings


• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!


• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme


• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)


• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme


• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

The Black Swan has been a beacon of warmth and hospitality for centuries, offering travellers a timeless retreat in the heart of Helmsley. Originally a vital stop for weary stagecoach passengers journeying between Leeds and York, this historic inn traces its roots back to the 15th century. Its unique charm lies in its architectural tapestry—an Elizabethan building at one end, a Tudor structure at the other, and a Georgian house in between—creating a wonderfully higgledy-piggledy gem brimming with character.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As Chef de Partie, you’ll be at the heart of our kitchen, ensuring presentation and attention to detail are paramount. With experience in a similar role and a genuine passion for food, you’ll take full responsibility for your section, delivering exceptional food service from start to finish.

You will oversee food safety, storage, and compliance with legislation and company policy, working closely with the team to maintain high standards. Strong communication, time-keeping, and organizational skills are key as you collaborate with kitchen staff, front-of-house, and management teams. You’ll work efficiently under pressure, preparing food items timely and maintaining a clean working station.

If you’re passionate about delivering quality food and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we think you’ll fit right inn...

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This role comes with the added benefit of colleague accommodation.