Chef De Partie
(8801) Location: Dorking, Surrey Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 3 days off We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at a beautiful luxury country hotel in Dorking, Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef looking to develop their career within a high-quality hotel environment, working as part of a talented and supportive kitchen brigade.
The Role As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for your own section and play an important role in delivering consistently high-quality food throughout service. Your responsibilities will include: Taking ownership of your section and producing high-quality dishes to the required standards. Preparing and presenting dishes with creativity, precision and attention to detail. Ensuring your section is fully prepared and organised ahead of each service. Working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service. Communicating effectively with colleagues to ensure dishes are produced and served on time. Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen. Assisting with stock control and monitoring stock levels. Contributing ideas towards menu planning and development. Following all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations.
What We're Looking For The successful Chef de Partie will ideally have: Previous experience working in a busy professional kitchen. Experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar position. A genuine passion for food and delivering memorable dining experiences. Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Excellent attention to detail, particularly with food presentation. A creative approach and enthusiasm for developing your culinary skills. The ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen brigade. A strong understanding of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety. A positive, hardworking and flexible approach to your work.
What's On Offer In return, you will receive a salary of up to £39,000 per annum , alongside an excellent benefits package, including: 4 days on / 3 days off working pattern to support a healthy work-life balance. Discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family. An additional day's holiday for your birthday. Enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Course sponsorship and development opportunities. 30% food and beverage discount across participating hotels. £250 Refer a Friend bonus, with the opportunity to earn up to £1,250. Flexible working arrangements. Wagestream – giving you greater flexibility over when you access your pay. Life insurance. Employee Assistance Programme. Regular social and wellbeing events. Free meals while on duty, potentially saving over £1,000 per year. Further benefits and career development opportunities.
About the Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef de Partie looking to take the next step in their career within a beautiful hotel environment in Dorking, Surrey. If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a busy kitchen and are looking for a role offering an excellent work-life balance, career development and a strong benefits package, we'd love to hear from you.