Chef de Partie

Summer Lodge Country House (Evershot, Dorset)

We are looking for a passionate and skilled
Chef de Partie
to join our culinary team. This full-time position reports tothe

Executive Chefand Head Chef, offering the chance to make areal impact in delivering unforgettable dining experiences in a luxury setting.

Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotelier business with 18 stunning properties all over the world.

We are proud to be AA's Hotel Group of the Year (2024)! We have won numerous awards such as Best Employer (2023) and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys. We are proud in our commitment to developing our own and were honoured to have won for the third time a Princess Royal Training Award (2017, 2020, 2023) by HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds and proud to be the first privately owned company retaining its Platinum Investors in People accolade globally.

To further enhance our standing we have won Top Employer (2024) for the United Kingdom which certified our excellent in employee conditions.

The Summer Lodge Country House is set within the enchanting village of Hardy's Evershot and surrounded by rolling hills, this five star country house hotel has 24 rooms, a restaurant, a relaxing spa, indoor pool, private tennis court and miles of beautiful countryside to explore, this is the quintessential luxurious escape.

• Deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests, ensuring dishes are of the highest quality.
• Work closely with the Head Chefin planning menus and preparing food.
• Follow recipes and presentation standards consistently and precisely.
• Maintain portion control and minimise waste to uphold profitability and sustainability goals.
• Monitor food stock levels andensure product quality aligns with hotel standards and occupancy.
• Supervise and support junior chefs and kitchen porters in their daily tasks.
• Mentor team members on Red Carnation culinary standards and creative presentation techniques.

• Proven experience working as aChef de Partie or in a similar role within a high-quality or luxury hospitality setting.
• A genuine passion for food and presentation, with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to excellence inevery dish.
• A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures, with relevant certifications being an advantage.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, ensuring service runs smoothly even during busy periods.
• The ability to lead and mentor junior kitchen staff, supporting the development of a collaborative and motivated kitchen team.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the business andteam.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure, showing resilience and a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.

• Holiday allowance starting at 20 days and increasing with length of service up to27 days + 8 bank holidays
• Excellent service charge added to your salary every month.
• Professional,award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
• Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600.
• Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
• 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&Boutlets.
• Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
• Twopaid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
• Accessto immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
• Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
• Socialand team building events per hotel.
• Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams.
• Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.

We electronically scan and store a copy of your passport/visa and/or  to gain a clear indication of the authenticity ofthe document and establish the 'Right to Work' in the UK