Chef de Partie - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026

Peligoni Club; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beach club is seeking a passionate and experienced Chef de Partie for the exciting summer season in Greece. In this role, you'll manage your own section, prepare high-quality dishes, and contribute to various special events. Ideal candidates should have extensive kitchen experience, be creative and calm under pressure, and hold an up-to-date Food Hygiene Certificate. Join us for an inspiring season filled with culinary artistry and teamwork on the beautiful island of Zakynthos.

Benefits

Involvement in exciting events

Opportunity to learn from Guest Chefs

Beautiful work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in a professional kitchen.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Experience in a 2 Rosette kitchen is desirable.
• Strong understanding of food handling, hygiene and safety practices.
• EU passport holder.

Responsibilities

• Run and manage your section within the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to the highest standards.
• Support weekly events and Guest Chef dinners.
• Work with the Head Chef to manage costs and minimize waste.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Creativity

Technical ability

Communication skills

Ability to handle pressure

Teamwork

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Chef de Partie - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026

Seasonal Contract | May - October 2026 | Zakynthos, Greece

About The Peligoni Club

The Peligoni Club is a family-run members club on the beautiful island of Zakynthos, Greece. Our food offering is a central part of the guest experience, delivered across a collection of busy restaurants - from Mediterranean fire-cooked dishes at The Terraces to relaxed seafront breakfasts and lunches at Tasi, and simple, well-executed plates at The Deli Kitchen.

We also operate Mikro Nisi, our modern Greek fish taverna, and host weekly events including our Food Festival, family feasts, weddings and the renowned Guest Chef Series - where acclaimed chefs join our team to create memorable dining experiences for guests.

About the Role

We’re looking for experienced and passionate Chefs to join our kitchen team for the 2026 summer season. You’ll take responsibility for your own section, delivering consistently high standards during busy services and contributing to an exciting, creative and quality-driven food offering.

This is a fast-paced and rewarding role suited to chefs who thrive under pressure, enjoy working with fresh ingredients, and want to be part of a collaborative team. You’ll work across multiple kitchens, support special events, and have the opportunity to bring ideas to the table - helping shape dishes that delight guests from breakfast to dinner.

Key Responsibilities

• Run and manage your section within the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to the highest standards.
• Support weekly events, weddings, Guest Chef dinners and Food Festival pop-ups.
• Work with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to manage costs, maintain profit margins and minimise waste.
• Communicate ordering requirements clearly and efficiently.
• Contribute to menu development and create specials that cater to different tastes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure all dietary needs are understood and safely catered for.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Assist other kitchen stations when required and support smooth service flow.
• Take on additional duties when needed to support smooth club operations.

About You

You will be someone who is :

• Passionate about food with a flair for creativity and strong technical ability.
• Dedicated, consistent and committed to delivering high-quality dishes.
• Calm and organised during busy service periods.
• Proactive and able to plan ahead.
• A strong communicator who works well within a team.
• Comfortable working independently when needed.
• Flexible, adaptable and excited about working a dynamic summer season.

Essential Requirements

• Extensive experience working in a professional kitchen.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Experience in a 2 Rosette kitchen (desirable).
• Up-to-date Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.Strong understanding of food handling, hygiene and safety practices.
• EU passport holder.

Why Join Us

Joining The Peligoni Club as a Chef de Partie means being part of a passionate, creative kitchen team in a beautiful island setting. You’ll work across a variety of kitchens, be involved in exciting events, learn from visiting Guest Chefs, and enjoy a fast-paced and inspiring summer season.