Kitchen Team Lead | Chef de Partie

Center Parcs UK & Ireland; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Spa discounts

Bonus scheme

Supportive team

Career development

Job summary

Center Parcs UK & Ireland is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie at Sherwood Forest. You will oversee daily food prep, ensure high standards, and lead junior staff while supporting the Kitchen Manager. The role includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

You’ll manage costs, reduce waste, and maintain efficiency, with opportunities for development in a vibrant leisure resort environment. Excellent communication and a cheerful, calm approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage costs and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and presentation to standards.
• Coach and mentor junior staff, acting as deputy when needed.
• Monitor stock, portions, and ordering to control costs.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Job description

Center Parcs UK & Ireland is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie at Sherwood Forest. You will oversee daily food prep, ensure high standards, and lead junior staff while supporting the Kitchen Manager. The role includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

You’ll manage costs, reduce waste, and maintain efficiency, with opportunities for development in a vibrant leisure resort environment. Excellent communication and a cheerful, calm approach are essential.