Permanent Chef De Partie, up to £35,000

Cummins Mellor Group; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Bonus scheme

Staff meals

Drinks on shift

Staff discounts

Job summary

Cummins Mellor Group is recruiting for an experienced Chef de Partie to join a two-kitchen operation within a country house hotel, restaurant and wedding venue. You will work across the hotel restaurant, weddings/events catering up to 250 guests, and lounge/afternoon tea service.

The role suits a craftsman who uses fresh ingredients, brings ideas, and thrives in a supportive, professional kitchen with a strong teamwork culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality hotel, restaurant or country house.
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern British cuisine.
• Ability to run a section confidently and maintain high standards.
• Passion for cooking and attention to detail.
• Reliable and positive team player who supports the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality British dishes across two kitchens (hotel restaurant and events).
• Contribute ideas and creativity within a professional kitchen.
• Support the brigade and maintain high standards of service.

Skills

Chef de Partie

British cuisine

Section leadership

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

CJUK are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded country house hotel, restaurant and wedding venue for an experienced Chef de Partie to join their established kitchen team on a permanent basis.

Set within beautiful countryside grounds, this independent, family owned hospitality business has built an excellent reputation for quality food, outstanding service and a welcoming atmosphere. The venue combines a busy restaurant operation with weddings, events, afternoon teas, and hotel dining, offering chefs a varied and rewarding working environment.

The Role

Working as part of a talented and supportive brigade, you will be involved in producing high-quality British cuisine across two kitchens, including:

• A popular hotel restaurant serving breakfast and dinner
• A busy wedding and events operation catering for up to 250 guests
• Lounge dining and afternoon tea service
• Seasonal and bespoke event menus

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with fresh ingredients, and wants to contribute ideas and creativity within a professional kitchen.

The Kitchen Culture

Unlike some hospitality environments, this kitchen operates with a genuine focus on teamwork, professionalism and respect. The business maintains a zero-tolerance approach to kitchen toxicity and has created a calm, organised and supportive workplace where chefs can thrive and develop their careers.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality hotel, restaurant or country house environment
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern British cuisine
• Ability to run a section confidently and maintain high standards
• Passion for cooking and attention to detail
• A reliable and positive team player who enjoys contributing to the wider success of the kitchen

What's On Offer

• Up to £35k depending on experience,
• Typical 48-hour working week (with payment for overtime)
• Gratuities
• Bonus scheme linked to business performance
• No split shifts
• Drinks provided whilst on shift
• Complimentary or subsidised staff meals
• Staff discounts on food, drink and accommodation outside of working hours
• Long-term career opportunity within a successful independent hospitality business

If you're looking for a permanent role within a respected venue that values its chefs and offers a positive working culture, we'd love to hear from you.