Chef de Partie - The Living Space

Coming back to good food, cheeks glowing from the day's adventures, is at the heart of the Watergate Bay experience. We want to inspire our guests with the best seasonal menus, local produce and contemporary dishes, and give them eating and drinking experiences to remember.

So if you’re a Chef de Partie with big ideas, boundless enthusiasm and a craving for better balance, we want to hear from you. Watergate Bay Hotel – a place to take your culinary career to new heights. With a team that values connection, flexibility, variety, and challenge, we're all about making a meaningful impact on our guest's holiday. Our three core values - We Care, We Notice, We Change - show what it means to work for a hotel which goes above and beyond for our team and guests. At Watergate Bay, we don’t just provide a place for our guests to rest their heads - we create memorable experiences that they’ll remember for a lifetime.

The role: At our hotel, we’re looking for a Chef de Partie who is passionate about Cornwall and our local food and drink producers, and is eager to be a part of this county's incredible way of life. As a member of our team, you’ll work alongside others who prioritise our guests and support each other. As the Chef de Partie in the Living Space Restaurant, you’ll bring culinary passion, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail to the team. Collaborating closely with the head chef, you’ll craft innovative menus, oversee operations, and ensure top-notch food quality. Your leadership will inspire and guide the kitchen team, fostering harmony and efficiency. With your culinary finesse and unwavering commitment, you’ll deliver extraordinary dining experiences to our guests.

Joining our team means being part of a community that values excellence, innovation, and kindness in everything we do. Our commitment to our team is reflected in our exceptional working environment - one that promotes work-life balance, professional development, and plenty of opportunities for growth.

What your days could look like:

• Assist the Executive Chef and Head Chef in the effective and efficient organisation, supervision and control of the kitchen operation, ensuring all kitchen team carry out their allotted duties to the Hotels standards.
• Carry out the preparation, cooking and portioning of all food dishes including team meals to the Hotels standards of quality and quantity.
• Maintain the Hotels standards of department and personal appearance, cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen areas.
• Compliance with all instructions given by immediate supervisor.
• Preparation for the day’s business in accordance with projected need.
• Following all schedules within the kitchen and completion of daily check sheets and temperature logs.
• Assist colleagues in stocking up when necessary.
• Smooth running of all aspects of the kitchen and back of house areas.
• Responsible for undertaking the many tasks during the preparation, storage and service of food and the other associated tasks.
• Maintain a high level of personal hygiene and cleanliness whilst in the workplace.
• Maintain an organised, clean and safe workplace, not only for yourself but also for those around.
• Flexible attitude to working hours and variable shift patterns.
• Interest and passion for the food industry.
• NVQ level 1 & 2 or equivalent as a minimum.
• Team player.
• Guest service focused.
• Responsible.
• Keene to develop and eager to learn.
• Professional personal presentation.

What we can offer in return:

• A relaxed, professional place to work in a beautiful location – at one of the UK’s most striking beaches.
• A welcoming team of like minds, eager to support and encourage each other.
• Excellent career prospects in an ever-expanding organisation.
• Special rates for you and your friends and family to stay at the hotel.
• Discounts on treatments in Swim Club.
• Discounts for you and your friends and family at our restaurants: Zacry’s, The Beach Hut, and Living Space Restaurants.
• Discount at Cubs coffee shops.
• Discounts at Shop on the Beach and other partner businesses.
• Free surf lessons, surfboards and wetsuits hire from Wavehunters.
• Team social events throughout the year.
• Team assistance scheme – a dedicated helpline for support & advice on topics from mental health through to managing your finances.

From discounted stays to training and development opportunities, we're all about helping our team achieve their personal and professional goals. Located on the sunny, sandy, Cornish coast, you’ll never be short on inspiration. Working at Watergate Bay Hotel isn’t just a job - it’s a transformative career opportunity. Apply now and join us in creating memorable experiences that our guests and team remember for a lifetime.