Michelin-Star Chef de Partie - Creative Kitchen Lead

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on shift

Generous gratuities

Company pension

Discounted or free food

On-site parking

Relocation assistance

Staff transport between staff houses &

Relais & Châteaux membership

Job summary

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in the Lake District seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to manage a designated kitchen section and deliver Michelin-level dishes. You will support senior chefs in menu development, train junior staff, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are met in a dynamic, creative environment.

This role offers meals on shift, a generous gratuity program, and growth opportunities within a Relais & Châteaux property renowned for five AA Red Stars and Michelin recognition.

Qualifications

• Experience in Michelin-starred or fine dining environments.
• Runs a section with confidence, organisation, and calm.
• Prepares and cooks dishes to Michelin-level standards.
• Supports junior chefs through guidance and positive leadership.
• Maintains impeccable cleanliness, safety, and compliance.
• Brings curiosity, creativity, and a genuine love of food.
• Desire to grow within a forward-thinking, modern restaurant using local produce with a twist.

Responsibilities

• Manages and operates a designated section to an exceptional standard.
• Prepares, cooks, and presents dishes in line with SOURCE’s culinary standards.
• Supports senior chefs with menu development and daily kitchen operations.
• Trains, guides, and supports junior team members.
• Contributes to a positive, professional, and collaborative working environment.
• Upholds the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation.
• Collaborates with the whole restaurant team and supports the senior team to enable smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Michelin experience

Leadership

Fine dining

Culinary technique

Job description

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in the Lake District seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to manage a designated kitchen section and deliver Michelin-level dishes. You will support senior chefs in menu development, train junior staff, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are met in a dynamic, creative environment.

This role offers meals on shift, a generous gratuity program, and growth opportunities within a Relais & Châteaux property renowned for five AA Red Stars and Michelin recognition.