Chef de Partie - Mediterranean Restaurant

Hiddenwell; Burton upon Trent; Hybride; GBP 29 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Spa day on anniversaries

Staff meals

Leisure facilities

Pension scheme

Free parking

Refer-a-Friend

Induction & training

Discounts on venues

Employee assistance

Résumé du poste

Hiddenwell is opening a 60-cover Mediterranean restaurant at Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire. We seek a passionate Chef de Partie to join the opening brigade and own a section, delivering dishes to Rosette-level standards with pride.

You’ll join pre-opening training and menu tastings, with opportunities to grow toward Senior Chef de Partie and Sous Chef roles. Full-time, 40 hours/week, weekends included. UK right to work required.

Qualifications

• Experience in Mediterranean cuisine or Rosette-level kitchens is advantageous.
• Must have strong cooking and plating skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Understanding of food safety and allergens.
• Willingness to learn and progress.

Responsabilités

• Running and organising your own section
• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard
• Completing mise en place and keeping your section service-ready
• Developing your knowledge of Mediterranean ingredients and techniques
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and allergen standards
• Managing stock rotation, portion control and food waste
• Supporting Commis Chefs and less experienced team members
• Working closely with the wider brigade during busy services
• Contributing ideas to seasonal menus and specials

Connaissances

Passion for food

Cooking skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Description du poste

Chef de Partie – Mediterranean Restaurant

Location: Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire

Annual salary: £32,355.59 per annum

Estimated Start Date: 21 December 2026

We’re looking for a passionate Chef de Partie to join the opening brigade of our brand-new 60-cover Mediterranean restaurant at Hiddenwell

Our ambition is to achieve and maintain a minimum Two AA Rosette standard, serving Mediterranean-inspired food that celebrates seasonal produce, quality ingredients and bold flavours

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section, ensuring it is organised, prepared and ready for service while consistently delivering dishes to our quality and presentation standards

You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape a new restaurant, taking part in menu tastings, pre-opening training and service rehearsals

What You’ll Be Doing

• Running and organising your own section
• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to a consistently high standard
• Completing mise en place and keeping your section service-ready
• Developing your knowledge of Mediterranean ingredients and techniques
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and allergen standards
• Managing stock rotation, portion control and food waste
• Supporting Commis Chefs and less experienced team members
• Working closely with the wider brigade during busy services
• Contributing ideas to seasonal menus and specials

About You

You’ll ideally be an experienced Chef de Partie, or a Demi Chef de Partie ready for your next step

• A genuine passion for food and quality ingredients
• Excellent cooking and presentation skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• A positive, team-focused approach
• An understanding of food safety and allergens
• A desire to learn, develop and progress

Experience of Mediterranean cuisine or Rosette-level kitchens would be an advantage, but a great attitude and excellent culinary foundations are just as important

Grow With Us

You’ll have opportunities to develop across different sections, get involved in menu development and build your leadership skills, with progression towards Senior Chef de Partie and Sous Chef responsibilities

Additional Information

• Full-time position – 40 hours per week
• Working 5/7 days per week including weekends and bank holidays
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship now or at any point in the future for this role.
• Salary: £32,355.59 per annum

Why Join Us

• Work in a picturesque, historic estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality
• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
• Free meal provided daily through our staff canteen
• Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Excellent Induction and training programme
• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

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