Lead Kitchen Chef – Section Leader & Quality Champion

Brightstar Hospitality Management; Grantham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightstar Hospitality Management is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section, delivering high-quality dishes while upholding brand standards. You will mentor junior chefs, manage dietary requirements, and support smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, organisation, and a commitment to guest experience, with opportunities to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.

Qualifications

• Strong cooking and food preparation skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and brand standards accurately.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Professional, calm, and focused under pressure.
• Organised and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Willingness to work late nights when required, including cleaning and closing duties after service.
• Culinary school training or equivalent kitchen experience (preferred).
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within hospitality (preferred).
• Understanding of dietary requirements and allergens (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead your kitchen section to deliver consistent, high-quality dishes.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Support smooth daily kitchen operations.
• Train and mentor team members within your section.
• Respond to guest dietary requirements and special requests.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Brand standards

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Food hygiene

Pressure under control

Dietary knowledge

Education

Culinary school training

Hospitality kitchen experience

Job description

Brightstar Hospitality Management is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section, delivering high-quality dishes while upholding brand standards. You will mentor junior chefs, manage dietary requirements, and support smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, organisation, and a commitment to guest experience, with opportunities to contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.