Chef de Partie - West Court Retreat

Final date to receive applications Sunday, October 18, 2026 Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Salary £15.00 p/h plus service charge and benefits Hours per Week 45

Established in1972 with the opening of Sindlesham Squash Club, the organisation is dedicated to promoting health, relaxation, fitness, and overall wellbeing through a wide range of spa, leisure, and hospitality experiences.

Nirvana Spa
established in 1988, an award-winning spa destination offering extensive hydrotherapy facilities, thermal experiences, treatment suites, relaxation areas, and wellbeing services designed to support both physical and mental wellness.

In addition to the spa, the organisation also operates the
Pulse 8 Gym
, providing members with modern fitness facilities, personal training, and health-focused programmes in a supportive environment.

Nirvana Health, you’ll have the rewarding opportunity to work with sports teams and individuals, supporting their recovery, rehabilitation, and overall well-being.

In April 2025, the organisation further expanded its hospitality and wellness offering with the opening of
West Court Retreat
, a luxury retreat hotel experience designed to complement the wider wellbeing journey offered across the Nirvana Spa Collection .

With over 50 years of experience and employing over 500 staff, Nirvana Spa & Leisure Limited continues to focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, high standards of service, and innovative wellbeing facilities for members, guests, and visitors alike.

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing a specific section within the kitchen, ensuring that all food is prepared and cooked to the highest standard, in line with the hotel’s menu, quality, and hygiene standards. This position requires a strong culinary skill set, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

The Chef de Partie will work closely with the Sous Chef to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen and the satisfaction of guests.

Please note, West Court Retreat is not on a public transport route, so please consider necessary travel arrangements.

• Prepare, cook, and present food to the highest standards.
• Manage a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring efficient operation.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and stock rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed.
• Train, mentor, and motivate junior kitchen staff to ensure their development.
• Work closely with the Sous Chef to plan menus and ensure consistency.

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and presentation techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time efficiently.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• High standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Nirvana Spa and Leisure Ltd recognises that discrimination in the workplace in any form is unacceptable and in most cases unlawful. We have therefore adopted an Equal Opportunities Policy to ensure that all job applicants and employees are treated fairly and without favour or prejudice. We are committed to applying this policy throughout all areas of employment, recruitment and selection, training, development and promotion.

In all situations, people will be judged solely on merit or ability. We will ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic, or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political opinion/affiliation, age, religion or belief. Our application form will be as simple and straight forward as possible and we will not ask for unnecessary information.

Interview questions will be related to the requirements of the job and we will not seek irrelevant qualifications. Applicants will be short listed/selected solely on the basis of capability.