Demi Chef de Partie

Champneys; Henlow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Spa day after probation

Discounted stays

Product discounts

Employee assistance

Job summary

Champneys is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our dedicated kitchen brigade. You will contribute to breakfast, lunch and dinner service, ensuring consistently high-quality dishes that reflect our wellness philosophy.

As part of a supportive team, you will develop culinary skills, assist with menu ideas, and uphold strict food hygiene and HACCP standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Commitment to learning and developing culinary skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality hot and cold dishes to Champneys standards.
• Support kitchen team across service periods for smooth operation.
• Develop culinary skills and gain experience across kitchen sections.
• Assist with new dishes and menu ideas.

Skills

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Food hygiene

Learning mindset

Job description

Create Exceptional Food Experiences at Champneys

For over 100 years, Champneys has been at the forefront of health, wellbeing and hospitality. As we continue to evolve and inspire our guests, we're looking for a talented and passionate Demi Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade.

This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who is ready to develop their skills, broaden their experience and be part of a team that takes genuine pride in delivering exceptional food. You'll work alongside experienced chefs, contribute to menu execution and help create nutritious, beautifully presented dishes that support the Champneys philosophy of healthy living.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Demi Chef de Partie, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, helping to consistently deliver outstanding food across breakfast, lunch and dinner services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and presenting high-quality hot and cold dishes to Champneys standards.
• Supporting the kitchen team across all service periods, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.
• Working closely with senior chefs to develop your culinary skills and gain experience across different sections of the kitchen.
• Assisting with the development of new dishes and menu ideas.
• Supporting and encouraging junior chefs and trainees within the brigade.
• Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
• Following HACCP procedures and ensuring all required kitchen records are completed accurately.
• Delivering excellent guest interactions when working in guest-facing areas.
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative and high-performing kitchen culture.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who:

• Has experience working within a professional kitchen environment.
• Is passionate about food and committed to continuous learning.
• Takes pride in producing dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Understands the importance of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Is organised, reliable and able to perform under pressure.
• Wants to build a long-term career within a quality hospitality business.

Why This Role?

This is more than just a chef role. It's an opportunity to develop your skills within a business that is passionate about wellness, nutrition and exceptional guest experiences. Working within our talented brigade, you'll gain exposure to a unique style of hospitality dining while helping to shape the next chapter of the Champneys food journey.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious chef looking to grow your career in a supportive, professional and inspiring environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Being the iconic wellbeing brand that we are you should expect benefits that match our simple vision; to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.

Not only will you work in great company you will also have access to the following:

• Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
• Digital fitness programmes
• Nutrition guides and recipes
• Self-Guided meditation
• Champneys experiences (such an overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
• App for all schedules, timesheets, annual leave and all the important things you need at your fingertips.
• In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling sessions and legal advice if required, other perks such as shopping discounts and financial support to list a few benefits.
• Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events.
• Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our properties.
• Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period.
• 50% discount on all Champneys products.
• Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins
• Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs
• Merlin Entertainments Attraction
• Introduce a friend incentive
• Long Service celebrations
• Free parking [Eastwell Manor, Forest Mere, Henlow, Mottram Hall, Springs, Tring and the College only]

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