Senior Chef de Partie - Live In Accommodation Available

TN United Kingdom; East Horsley; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality brand as a Senior Chef de Partie at a stunning lakeside estate. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and creativity. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. With a focus on quality and innovation, you will prepare and present dishes while mentoring junior chefs. Enjoy competitive pay, live-in accommodation, and a range of benefits including free meals, holiday increases, and wellness support. Elevate your culinary career in a supportive and vibrant atmosphere.

Benefits

Live-in Accommodation

Free Meals on Duty

Complimentary Leisure Club Access

Birthday Day Off

Annual Stay with Dinner

Colleague Rates for Stays

50% Discount on Food & Beverage

28 Days Holiday

Career Progression Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie with a focus on high-quality food.
• Ability to mentor junior chefs and maintain food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your specialty.
• Support and mentor Commis Chefs and CDPs.
• Assist in developing new dishes and menus.

Skills

Food Preparation

Mentoring

Menu Development

Food Hygiene

Creativity

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Level 4 Chef Apprenticeship

Job description

De Vere Horsley Estate offers 180 bedrooms, 51 meeting and event spaces, a restaurant, 3 bars, gym, and swimming pool. It features a charming lakeside mansion house, Horsley Towers, and Horsley Place, set within 75 acres of beautiful Surrey parkland. Our team regularly hosts events such as the annual family summer BBQ, wellbeing yoga classes, and badminton club.

At De Vere, we foster a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated. Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests and colleagues.

Are you an experienced Chef de Partie seeking the next step in your career?

Working with De Vere means variety, professional development, fun, and career prestige, as part of a leading hospitality brand.

Located at De Vere Horsley Estate in Surrey, we are looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join our established team. Accommodation may be provided.

You will work in a busy, dynamic environment, with opportunities for learning and growth, including our Level 4 Chef Apprenticeship.

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will:

1. Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your specialty.
2. Support and mentor Commis Chefs and CDPs.
3. Assist the Sous and Head Chef in developing new dishes and menus.
4. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety.
5. Develop your career with De Vere.

We seek passionate chefs who love creating exceptional food with attention to detail, flair, and creativity.

The Pay & Benefits:

• £14.42/hour (£30,000/year) based on a 40-hour week, with paid overtime.
• Live-in accommodation available.
• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary access to Leisure Club facilities.
• Additional paid day off for your birthday and a £20 voucher.
• Annual 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property and rewards for long service.
• Exclusive £50 colleague rates for overnight stays and 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days.
• Access to discounts via the Benefits portal.
• Career progression and study support.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
• Financial wellbeing platform Wagestream.
• Recognition programs and team events.
• Company Life Assurance for financial security.