Senior Chef de Partie – Wellness Kitchen Lead

Champneys; Liphook; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing incentives

Digital fitness programmes

Discounted stays

Complimentary Spa Day after probation

Employee Assistance Programme

Uniform provided

Free parking

Discounts on Champneys products

Merlin Entertainments Attraction

Job summary

Champneys Forest Mere in the UK is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section, deliver high‑quality, nutrition‑led dishes and uphold Champneys’ health‑focused standards under the Head Chef.

You’ll supervise junior chefs, manage stock and hygiene, ensure consistent presentation across breakfast, lunch and dinner, and collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to create exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar chef role within a quality-led environment.
• Strong knowledge of allergens, dietary requirements and nutritional standards.
• Passion for healthy, wellness-focused cuisine.
• Excellent organisation, communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, guest-focused attitude with pride in delivering high standards.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and EH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sous Chef and step up in their absence.
• Lead, coach and inspire junior chefs across the kitchen.
• Prepare and present dishes to exceptional standards with a nutrition focus.
• Manage your section: stock control, cleanliness and organisation.
• Drive quality, consistency and continuous improvement across menus and service.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest experiences.
• Control food costs, reduce waste and maximise efficiency.

Skills

Senior chef de partie

Allergens knowledge

Nutrition emphasis

Organisation

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Champneys Forest Mere in the UK is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section, deliver high‑quality, nutrition‑led dishes and uphold Champneys’ health‑focused standards under the Head Chef.

You’ll supervise junior chefs, manage stock and hygiene, ensure consistent presentation across breakfast, lunch and dinner, and collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to create exceptional guest experiences.