Chef de Partie (possibility of staff accommodation)

Thornbury Castle; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique boutique hotel is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their talented brigade. You will work in a beautifully restored castle, ensuring high-quality food preparation. The position offers a salary of £30,000 per annum, additional service charge, and various employee benefits including staff rates on accommodation. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in high-quality environments and a passion for food.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Paid day off on your birthday

Complimentary stay at the castle after 3 months' probation

Training programs

Discounts on food and beverages

Uniform provided

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role or above for at least 5 years.
• Natural ability as a chef with outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to work unsupervised and use own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation and service in a particular section.
• Ensure high level of food quality and preparation.
• Assist with the development of menus.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Experience at 3 AA Rosette or 1 Michelin star

5 years in a 2 AA Rosette environment

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Chef de Partie (possibility of staff accommodation), Thornbury

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Client:

Thornbury Castle

Location:

Thornbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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25

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Relais & Chateau at Thornbury Castle are seeking aChef De Partieto join our talented brigade of chefs. You will be working in a unique and beautifully restored Castle and four Red Star boutique hotel.

About Us

Set on 15 acres of beautiful land, Thornbury Castle Hotel is the only Tudor Castle operating as a hotel in England. The Castle has recently undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment program bringing back to life the regal grandeur of its past. Located 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol, it offers 26 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, bar and two unique meeting and conference spaces. our food style is modern British using the best locally sourced produce from our kitchen garden and around the southwest. We operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, and Sunday lunch as well as the occasional wedding and functions.

Our company goal is to deliver “refined and personalised hospitality” to enable our hotel to be a place where all guests can relax, enjoy themselves and have a break from normal life. To feel like royalty in a unique place with unique people

• Full time permanent position 48 hours per week
• Salary £30,000 per annum
• An additional share of service charge and tips (paid every 2 months, about 3.5k annually)
• You will be responsible for the preparation and service in a particular section supporting the team and helping colleagues
• Ensuring high level of food quality and preparation
• Natural ability as a chef with outstanding attention for detail.
• Assisting with the development of menus
• Ability to work unsupervised and using own initiative
• Strictly follow all food safety and health & safety procedures.
• A truly talented Chef with a professional approach, great passion and flair for the industry and food.
• Experience at 3 AA Rosette or 1 Michelin star environment is ideal or at least 5 years’ experience in 2 AA Rosette within a similar role or above.
• A calm mature approach with a resilient nature that thrives under pressure.
• Dedicated excellent team player with strong communication skills.
• Ambition to succeed

28days holiday a year

Paid day off on your birthday

Complimentary stay at the castle after 3months’ probation period passed.

Training programs via internal & external professionals and access to online training facilities

Staff and family rates on hotel accommodation and discounts on food and beverages

Recognition programmes

Access to online training facilities

Uniform provided and free parking available

possibility of staff accommodation to be discussed at interview time