Senior Chef de Partie

Quest Employment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday + bank holidays

On-site gym access

Swimming pool access

Company pension scheme

Healthcare

Job summary

Quest Employment is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie for a prestigious estate near Hemel Hempstead. The role involves delivering high-quality banqueting dishes across diverse events, from fine dining to large banquets, within a fast-paced kitchen environment.

You will drive food safety and hygiene standards, work closely with Front of House, and contribute to menu development in a dynamic, high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Banqueting experience within a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong focus on food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication with Front of House teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce high-quality dishes according to established recipe requirements and specifications.
• Maintain strict quality control on every dish regarding execution and presentation.
• Contribute ideas for seasonal menu development.
• Ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with the Front of House team to guarantee smooth service delivery.

Skills

Banqueting experience

Fast-paced environment

Food safety

Hygiene

Front of House coordination

Job description

Location: Near Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week (5 days out of 7, variable shifts)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie to join a dynamic, high-profile kitchen team based at a prestigious historic estate near Hemel Hempstead.

Catering to a wide range of premium dining experiences—from high-volume banqueting to fine dining and outdoor events, the estate prides itself on utilizing local, seasonal, and sustainable produce. This role is ideal for a self-motivated chef with strong banqueting experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce high-quality dishes according to established recipe requirements and specifications.
• Maintain strict quality control on every dish regarding both execution and presentation.
• Contribute creative ideas for seasonal menu development.
• Ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness are consistently met.
• Communicate effectively with the Front of House team to guarantee smooth service delivery.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven banqueting experience within a high-volume kitchen.
• Solid track record of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on food safety, hygiene, and detail.
• Must be a driver with full access to private transport (due to the remote venue location near Hemel Hempstead, public transport is limited/unavailable for shift patterns).

Benefits Package

• Holiday: 20 days paid annual leave + bank holidays.
• Facilities: Free access to full on-site gym and swimming pool facilities.
• Development: Continuous training and structured career progression pathways.
• Perks: Access to company pension scheme and health care schemes.