Chef de Partie - Live in option

Royal Lion; Lyme Regis; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Tips

Meal discounts 60%

Training opportunities

Job summary

The Royal Lion in Lyme Regis is a historic coaching inn acquired by Hall & Woodhouse. We’re expanding our kitchen team and seeking an experienced CDP, Section Chef or Line Chef to keep up the high standards and busy service. Live-in accommodation may be available.

We offer £14.00 per hour, tips, and a benefits package including 60% off meals on shift. Permanent or seasonal contracts, and opportunities for training and development are provided by a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Chef de Partie capable of running a section.
• Trained in food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Team player who thrives during busy service.
• Committed to consistent plating and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Run a kitchen section and maintain consistency and presentation.
• Cook to specification with minimal variations.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures are followed.
• Support team during busy service.

Skills

Chef de Partie

Section Chef

Line Chef

Job description

Chef, Premium Pub - Live in available + £14.00 per hour + Tips + 60% off meals

Acquired by Hall & Woodhouse in February 2022, the Royal Lion is a beautiful coaching inn dating from 1601, a remarkable hidden gem within 100 yards of the fabulous beach at Lyme Regis. Situated in a bustling street it's the perfect base for tourists exploring the stunning Jurassic coast, and for locals to relax and enjoy great food and drink couched in warm Hall & Woodhouse hospitality. The hotel offers a full range of guest facilities for short breaks or events with options for relaxed and more formal dining; and 33 individually styled rooms to make any stay at the Royal Lion truly memorable.

We’re growing our kitchen team and lookingfor an experienced CDP, Section Chef or Line Chef to jump in and help us keepthe good stuff coming. If you love great food, enjoy a buzzing service, andwant to work with a genuinely supportive crew, this could be your next spot.

What you’ll get:

• A proper work–life balance: 5 days on, 2days off
• £14.00 per hour
• A share of tips + extra rewards forstandout performance
• Reliable hours with permanent or seasonalcontracts
• A full benefits package in a businessthat puts sustainability first
• 60% off meals on shift, plus free uniformand kitchen shoes
• Loads of training and developmentopportunities — we’re a Sunday Times Best Places to Work company
• Pathway to a Level 3 Production Chefapprenticeship (if you meet the entry criteria)
• Optional live‑in accommodation at £77.70 per week (depending on availability)
• A warm welcome and a team that always hasyour back

You’ll fit right in if you’re:

• A hands‑on Chef de Partie who reallycares about what you do
• Confident running a section and nailingconsistency and presentation
• Happy working to spec's with no variations allowed
• Trained in food safety, hygiene, andallergen procedures
• A team player who likes supporting othersand keeping the vibe positive
• Someone who thrives when service getsbusy
• On top of compliance and committed todoing things the right way
• Looking for a solid chef role for theseason — and hopefully longer
• Experienced in a busy kitchen and readyto hit the ground running

Ready to join us?

If you care about what you cook, love being part of a strong team, and enjoy the buzz of a lively kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s get you cooking!