Demi Chef de Partie

Exclusive Hotels and Venues; Horsham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + service charge

Great rates for stays across all our酒店

50% discount on Food & Beverage dining

Free meals while on duty

Free access to on-site gym and parking

Employee Assistance Programme and well

Hospitality Essentials perks

Opportunities for growth and internal移

Job summary

South Lodge, part of Exclusive Hotels and Venues, is home to a Michelin-starred restaurant, an award-winning spa and The Reeds lakeside lodges. It offers an environment that blends nature, creativity and meticulous attention to detail.

This Demi Chef de Partie role is based at The Pass kitchen, where your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported. You will join a team that values collaboration, growth and pride in every dish, with clear progression toward Chef de Partie.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a quality hospitality environment.
• Confident with core cooking skills and ready for more responsibility.
• Calm and professional during busy service periods.
• Committed to progression toward Chef de Partie level.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Partie with the smooth running of a kitchen section.
• Prepare and cook dishes to specification, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Take responsibility for assigned tasks during service to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain excellent cleanliness, organisation and food safety within your section.
• Assist with stock rotation, labelling and correct storage of ingredients.
• Guide and support Commis Chefs, sharing knowledge and encouraging good practice.
• Work closely with the team to ensure smooth communication and positive workflow.
• Build your skills and confidence with the aim of progressing to a Chef de Partie role.

Skills

Commis Chef

Team player

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

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South Lodge and The Spa, Horsham, West Sussex

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Job Introduction

South Lodge, a part of the Exclusive Collection, is home to a Michelin-starred restaurant, an award-winning spa and The Reeds lakeside lodges. It offers an environment that blends nature, creativity and meticulous attention to detail.

This role is based at The Pass and you will join as a Demi Chef de Partie that values creativity, collaboration, and pride in everything they do. Here, your ideas will be welcomed and your growth supported.

At South Lodge, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay, plus service charge
• Great rates for stays across all our hotels and 50% discount on Food & Beverage dining
• Free meals while on duty
• Free access to the on-site gym and parking
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and internal movement within the Exclusive Collection

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Partie with the smooth running of a kitchen section.
• Prepare and cook dishes to specification, maintaining consistency and quality.
• Take responsibility for assigned tasks during service to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain excellent cleanliness, organisation and food safety within your section.
• Assist with stock rotation, labelling and correct storage of ingredients.
• Guide and support Commis Chefs, sharing knowledge and encouraging good practice.
• Work closely with the team to ensure smooth communication and positive workflow.
• Build your skills and confidence with the aim of progressing to a Chef de Partie role.

Person Specification

• Experience as a Commis Chef or similar role in a quality hospitality environment.
• Confident with core cooking skills and ready to take on more responsibility.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing consistent dishes.
• Supportive team player who contributes to a positive kitchen culture.
• Calm and professional during busy service periods.
• Committed to progression towards Chef de Partie level.

We are a certified B Corp, committed to sustainability and responsible business practices. At Exclusive Collection, we champion wellbeing, progression, and a culture where people who share our values can thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all individuals with the right to work in the UK. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.