Chef de Partie

Moonfleet Manor Hotel is a charming, historic property in the picturesque Jurassic coastline. Our beautiful hotel features lush gardens, stunning views, and a fun yet relaxed atmosphere. Moonfleet Manor Hotel is now seeking a motivated and talented Chef de Partie to join our brilliant team.

The Role: As CDP, you will be a key player in our culinary team, contributing to the creation of exceptional dishes that reflect our commitment to quality. If you are an enthusiastic chef with a passion for learning new skills, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and welcoming culture.

This a permanent role, at 48 hours per week (including weekends), with an annual salary of £34,300 plus generous service charge and a brilliant benefit package.

The hotel is set in a rural location, so own transport or method of getting there is essential!

Live-in accommodation is available as an option if required.

Please note, we do not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only candidates who can demonstrate their right to work in the UK should apply.

- Owning and overseeing your workstation:
Your role will oversee your workstation and alongside the rest of the kitchen, make our menus come alive! Working to spec and direction given by the senior chef team you will create the menu dishes for our guests to enjoy. We encourage your creativity and input in creating our specials and market menu.

- Ensure your section is prepared and cleaned down:
You will ensure that your section is clean and extensively prepped in accordance with the menu specifications and standards, demonstrating food hygiene standards and an understanding of allergens.

- Team

Collaboration:

Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain a harmonious working environment, fostering effective communication and teamwork.

- Training and Development:
Assist in the training and development of junior kitchen staff, sharing knowledge and skills to foster growth within the team.

Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent role in a high-quality kitchen.
Charisma, an engaging personality and a passion for hospitality
Ability to keep calm and focussed during busy service, keeping your station clean and tidy throughout.
Knowledge of techniques, cooking methods, and food safety standards, food Hygiene level 2 would be beneficial.
Organisational and time-management skills and effective communication and teamwork skills.

• Knife Sponsorship Scheme – We understand the importance of a chef’s tools so we offer our kitchen team members up to £120 to put towards your very own knives.
• Chefs dine out scheme – We want our chefs to experience new styles and tastes of dining as part of their development so every 6 months we will give you £100 on eating out at restaurant of your choice!
• Training and development is central to life at LFH, it’s something we truly value. We are proudly certified by the Institute of Hospitality and support our teams’ development through partnerships with award-winning, hospitality specific apprenticeship providers.
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday
• Early Pay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
• Cycle to work scheme
• Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
• Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you…