Demi Chef de Partie — Elevate Your Kitchen Skills

The NICI Lymington; South Baddesley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + service charge

Meals on duty

Staff discounts across THE NICI ROT

Ongoing training & development

Career progression opportunities

Work with experienced chefs

Job summary

THE NICI Collection is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a busy hotel environment. You will take responsibility for your own mise en place and assist senior chefs to deliver consistently presented dishes.

You will learn, grow and gain confidence across different kitchen areas as you progress, with support from experienced colleagues and opportunities to advance within THE NICI Collection as we expand.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen and a genuine interest in food/cooking.
• Good knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen practices.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy services and maintain organisation.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and take on additional responsibility.
• Reliable, with a positive, team-focused approach and strong work ethic.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients and mise en place ahead of service.
• Cooking dishes to recipe, quality and presentation standards.
• Managing own section during service with support from seniors.
• Collaborating with Chef de Partie and Sous Chef throughout shifts.
• Ensuring section is prepared, stocked and organized before service.
• Maintaining consistent portions, presentation and cooking standards.
• Assisting with prep for restaurant service, events and other food ops as needed.
• Checking ingredients are stored correctly and rotating stock.
• Keeping workstation and equipment clean throughout shift.
• Working safely and following all hygiene/allergen procedures.
• Minimising food waste and using ingredients responsibly.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues during busy services.
• Supporting less experienced teammates and sharing knowledge.
• Developing culinary skills and knowledge further.

Skills

Previous professional kitchen exp

Interest in food & cooking

Basic cooking techniques

Work efficiently under pressure

Organisation & attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Positive team attitude

Food hygiene knowledge

Reliability & commitment

Job description

THE NICI Collection is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in a busy hotel environment. You will take responsibility for your own mise en place and assist senior chefs to deliver consistently presented dishes.

You will learn, grow and gain confidence across different kitchen areas as you progress, with support from experienced colleagues and opportunities to advance within THE NICI Collection as we expand.