At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and present high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Company: Join Bowood Hotel, a premier luxury hotel in Wiltshire.
- Benefits: 31 days holiday, meals on duty, free parking, and discounted spa treatments.
- Other info: Live-in accommodation available; great for those commuting from nearby areas.
- Why this job: Elevate your culinary career in an award-winning kitchen team.
- Qualifications: Experience as Chef de Partie or similar role in luxury hospitality.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Join One of Wiltshire's Leading Hospitality Teams
Are you an experienced Chef de Partie looking to take the next step in your culinary career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional food? Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is seeking a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join our award-winning kitchen team in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside.
The Role:
As Chef de Partie, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our busy hotel kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards across all food offerings. Experience in Pastry or Conference & Banqueting would be highly advantageous, although not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and present high-quality dishes to agreed standards
- Manage your designated kitchen section efficiently
- Support senior chefs with menu preparation and service delivery
- Maintain excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards
- Assist with stock control and minimise food waste
- Work collaboratively within a professional kitchen brigade
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie, Senior Commis Chef, or Demi Chef de Partie
- Experience working within a 4-star hotel, luxury hospitality venue, rosette restaurant, or high-volume kitchen
- Strong culinary skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- A positive attitude, commitment, and enthusiasm
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holiday
This role is based at the rural estate of Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort within the wider Bowood Estate near Calne. Live-in accommodation available; or own reliable transport is essential due to rural location. Easily commutable from Chippenham, Swindon, Devizes, Melksham, Bath, Corsham and surrounding Wiltshire areas.
If you are a dedicated Chef de Partie looking for your next challenge in a luxury hotel environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Bowood team.
Benefits:
- Enhanced holiday entitlement (31 days including Bank Holidays)
- Uniform provided
- Meals whilst on duty
- Pension
- Free on-site parking
- Free entry to Bowood House and Gardens during the open season
- Hugely discounted Golf Membership (upon successful completion of probation)
- Discounted spa treatments and 50% off our beautiful Templespa products
- Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action
Chef de Partie in Calne employer: Bowood
At Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, we are dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences in a stunning setting. Our supportive work culture fosters employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while our comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and discounted memberships, ensures a rewarding career in hospitality. Join us in delivering outstanding service at our vibrant events, where every day brings new challenges and the chance to shine.
