Chef de Partie

Hastings Hotels is a family owned, luxury hotel group based in Northern Ireland.

We value our people. It's our people who provide the excellent experience we offer to all our guests. When we work together we can do amazing things.

We are seeking someone who is reliable and enthusiastic about becoming part of our talented Kitchen team at the exclusive Everglades Hotel.

Under the inspiring leadership of our Head Chef, Raymond Callaghan, you will have the opportunity to work with our friendly team, develop your skills, and enjoy the variety offered by a role in hospitality. Find out more about why our people love working for Hastings Hotels here.

The successful candidates can expect to work 45 hours per week (excluding breaks), five shifts out of seven including weekends. Typical shift patterns include 6am to 4pm, 8am to 6pm and 12pm to 10pm

The salary for this full-time position is £30,000 per annum, paid weekly.

We offer a range of benefits including free staff meals, employee discounts, 29 days' holiday plus your birthday off, and opportunities for career progression and development. For further details about our employee benefits click here .

The company reserves the right to apply enhanced short-listing criteria.

To find out more about Hastings Hotels and what our company offers please visit

Hastings Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About The Role

To assist in the supervision of the kitchen to ensure the Hastings standards of preparation and presentation are maintained.

1.To assist in the effective supervision of the kitchen employees, to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen function.

2.To promote and contribute to a harmonious working environment where all employees are treated with respect and dignity.

3.To ensure quality standards and procedures are fully understood and implemented, and daily checking procedures are fully applied.

4.To ensure company policies relating to stock control and stock ordering are implemented and monitored.

5.To ensure the junior Kitchen team receive the appropriate training and coaching to provide effective and efficient service in line with Hastings standards.

6. To ensure the junior Kitchen team work to Hastings standards, providing feedback to deliver effective and efficient service.

7.To maintain effective communication and relationships with other hotel departments and suppliers to maintain an effective operation and ensure guest satisfaction.

8.To ensure the security of kitchen and storage areas is maintained.

9.To ensure the kitchen areas, fixtures and equipment are properly maintained.

10. To ensure a safe environment is maintained in compliance with health, safety, fire, hygiene and security legislation and company policies and procedures.

11.One successful candidate can expect to prepare Breakfasts and Desserts.

About You

We would love you to have similar previous experience gained within a quality catering establishment.

Required Criteria

• Must have previous experience at a similar level gained within a high quality catering operation
• Must have NVQ level 2 or the equivalent in Food Preparation and Cooking and hold a recognised current Food Hygiene Certificate
• Must have excellent attention to detail
• A clean and tidy appearance
• Good communication skills
• Right to Work in the United Kingdom, Sponsorship may be considered for suitable candidates

Desired Criteria

• Educated to GCSE Standard or the equivalent including English and Maths

Skills Needed

Food Production, Chefing Skills, HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills

About The Company

For more than 60 years, we have built a reputation for placing quality at the heart of everything we do. Our properties boast exceptional interior design and are meticulously maintained, while we source local food and drink to provide our guests with an unparalleled dining experience. At Hastings Hotels, we understand that our guests remember the small details, such an open fire in the front hall, supremely comfortable beds, and fabulous breakfast.

Thats why we place a great emphasis on recruitment, induction, and integrating our staff into their department,…