Demi Chef de Partie

Mallory Court Hotel & Spa, Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Monthly Tips

Discounts & Perks

Wellbeing Centre

Health & Wellness Plans

Sustainable Commuting

Exclusive Eden Perks

The Happy Hub

Wellbeing Support

Employee Communications

Grow with Eden

Family‑Friendly Policies

Everyday Essentials

Job summary

Eden Hotel Collection in Leamington Spa is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to support the Chef de Partie in preparing, cooking and presenting rosette-standard food. You will contribute to maintaining high standards and learn from our experienced chefs in a busy, quality kitchen.

You’ll join a team that values passion, creativity and enthusiasm, with opportunities to develop skills across sections, while working in a supportive environment that recognises effort and dedication.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Genuine passion for food and ethically sourced produce, with pride in every dish you help deliver.
• Good organisation and timekeeping skills, with the ability to support the preparation of your section ready for service.
• Willingness to learn, develop and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows.
• Ability to work well under pressure and be a positive, reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Partie with the preparation, cooking and presentation of rosette‑standard food.
• Develop skills across the kitchen and learn from our experienced chefs.
• Maintain high standards our guests expect while building confidence in a professional kitchen environment.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Passion for food

Organisation & timekeeping

Willingness to learn

Team player under pressure

Job description

**We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25 and recently crowned Best Employer at the 2025 Springboard Awards for Excellence**

What you’ll be doing?

As Demi Chef de Partie, you will support the Chef de Partie with the preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality, rosette-standard food. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills across the kitchen, bringing your passion, creativity and enthusiasm to the team while learning from our experienced chefs.

You’ll play an important part in maintaining the high standards our guests expect, while continuing to build your confidence and experience within a quality kitchen environment.

EHC are committed to offering opportunities to groups who may be underrepresented within our workforce. Within our kitchens, we would particularly welcome applications from female chefs as we continue to encourage greater representation across our culinary teams.

What you’ll need?

The successful candidate for the role of Demi Chef de Partie will be professional, enthusiastic and passionate about producing high-quality, Rosette-standard food. You’ll work closely with the wider kitchen brigade, supporting your section and continuing to develop your skills and confidence within a professional kitchen environment.

• Previous experience within a professional kitchen environment;
• A genuine passion for food and ethically sourced produce, with pride in every dish you help deliver;
• Good organisation and timekeeping skills, with the ability to support the preparation of your section ready for service;
• A willingness to learn, develop and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows;
• The ability to work well under pressure and be a positive, reliable team player.

Your potential, commitment and enthusiasm are every bit as important to us as your technical skills.

What’s in it for you?

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award winsin 2023, 2024 and 2025!) - which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second pay date in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-point cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return‑to‑work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team.

Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values‑led, award‑winning employer.

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