Kitchen Team Leader | Chef de Partie — Lead & Mentor

Center Parcs group; Penrith; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Leisure access (including spa)

Discounts on breaks and in shops/rests

Bonus scheme

Career development

Job summary

Rajinda Pradesh at Whinfell Forest, Center Parcs, is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver high-quality Indian and Asian-inspired dishes. You'll mentor junior staff, maintain standards, and support management in driving efficiency.

Shifts are 2:00pm–11:00pm in a full-time role with a guaranteed minimum hours block; £15.05 per hour plus tips, plus perks including free day passes and leisure access.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator with ability to build relationships.
• Previous kitchen experience in a similar position.
• Professional, approachable and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and presentation to company standards.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues to support their growth.
• Act as deputy for the Assistant Kitchen Manager when required.
• Monitor stock, portion control and ordering to manage costs effectively.
• Implement measures to reduce food waste and maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Job description

Rajinda Pradesh at Whinfell Forest, Center Parcs, is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie to lead daily kitchen operations and deliver high-quality Indian and Asian-inspired dishes. You'll mentor junior staff, maintain standards, and support management in driving efficiency.

Shifts are 2:00pm–11:00pm in a full-time role with a guaranteed minimum hours block; £15.05 per hour plus tips, plus perks including free day passes and leisure access.