Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie — Lead & Mentor

Center Parcs; Warminster; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Leisure facilities access

Staff discounts

Bonus scheme

Career development

Job summary

Center Parcs Foresters' Inn at Longleat Forest is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie to deliver high-quality dishes and oversee daily kitchen operations. You will lead and mentor junior staff, ensure standards, and support management in driving efficiency.

The role requires an effective communicator with kitchen experience, a cheerful and calm approach, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays. A full-time contract with guaranteed hours is offered.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator with ability to build relationships with colleagues.
• 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

Excellent communicator

Kitchen leadership

Team player

Calm under pressure

Job description

Center Parcs Foresters' Inn at Longleat Forest is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie to deliver high-quality dishes and oversee daily kitchen operations. You will lead and mentor junior staff, ensure standards, and support management in driving efficiency.

The role requires an effective communicator with kitchen experience, a cheerful and calm approach, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays. A full-time contract with guaranteed hours is offered.