Chef de PartieStoke

Cairn Group; Farnham Royal; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality group in Farnham Royal is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead kitchen sections and deliver high-quality dishes. Responsibilities include maintaining food safety standards, leading a small team, and contributing to a supportive kitchen culture. Ideal candidates should be passionate about food and thrive in a dynamic environment. This role offers growth opportunities and a positive workplace atmosphere, making it an excellent career choice.

Benefits

Real-time pay access via Wagestream

Discounted stays across our venues

Discount on food and drinks

Spa and wellness discounts

Career development programmes

Monthly awards for outstanding performance

Long-service awards

Referral bonus

24/7 employee assistance

Pension scheme

Year-round incentives

Qualifications

• Passionate about great food and thriving in a fast-paced, guest-focused kitchen.
• Maintaining high culinary standards and inspiring excellence in others.
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and kitchen legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dishes with precision, consistency, and creativity.
• Manage and lead your kitchen section.
• Contribute to a dynamic and supportive kitchen culture.

Skills

Team Player

Cool Under Pressure

Polished Professional

Proactive & Organised

Natural Leader

Job description

As a Chef de Partie at Cairn Group, you will take pride in delivering high‑quality dishes that leave a lasting impression. You will lead your section with confidence, ensuring precision, consistency, and creativity in every plate. Whether working independently or leading a small team within a larger kitchen, you will bring passion and purpose to everything you prepare. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards in food safety, hygiene, and preparation while contributing to a dynamic and supportive kitchen culture. You will also stay up to date with new ingredients, techniques, and trends, bringing fresh inspiration to our menus and helping the wider team deliver best‑in‑class service.

You will thrive at Cairn Group because you are:

• A Hospitality Hero – passionate about great food and thriving in a fast‑paced, guest‑focused kitchen.
• A Service Superstar – maintaining high culinary standards and inspiring excellence in others.
• A Team Player – supporting and leading your section while contributing positively to the whole brigade.
• Cool Under Pressure – staying calm and in control during busy services, delivering consistent results.
• A Polished Professional – upholding food safety, hygiene, and kitchen legislation with diligence and care.
• Proactive & Organised – managing your time and section effectively, balancing prep and service seamlessly.
• A Natural Leader – sharing knowledge, helping develop junior chefs and supporting the kitchen leadership team in daily operations.

At Cairn Group we believe work should be rewarding, exciting, and full of opportunities to learn and develop. Whether you’re creating unforgettable guest experiences or supporting your team, you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive environment where your contributions are valued. With the opportunity to learn, develop, and be recognised, Cairn Group is a place where you can build a career you’re proud of.

Benefits

• Get paid real‑time with Wagestream: track your pay live, access funds when needed, and build savings.
• Enjoy discounted stays across our venues.
• Receive discounts on food and drinks at our hotels, bars and restaurants.
• Access spa discounts and wellness offers.
• Exclusive retail, cinema & fun discounts.
• Career development through apprenticeships and leadership programmes.
• Monthly Superstar Awards for outstanding performance.
• Long‑service awards with extra annual leave.
• Referral bonus for hiring new team members.
• 24/7 employee assistance support.
• Bereavement leave.
• Pension scheme.
• Year‑round incentives and surprises.

Note: This role applies to positions above minimum wage.