At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious dishes and learn from top chefs in a supportive kitchen.
- Company: Join the award-winning team at The Fish Hotel, a family-owned gem.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, meals on duty, and 30 days holiday plus perks.
- Other info: Live-in accommodation available and clear career progression pathways.
- Why this job: Perfect opportunity to develop your culinary skills with fresh, seasonal produce.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality kitchens and a passion for learning are essential.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
We’re looking for a dedicated and ambitious Demi Chef de Partie to join our award-winning team at The Fish Hotel. We are a family-owned, 4 AA Red Star property featuring the acclaimed seafood restaurant Hook (2 AA rosettes) serving sustainable Cornish seafood. Our guests can also enjoy our vibrant lounge and bar areas, offering gourmet hotdogs, small plates, cocktails, and delicious regional tipples.
As a Demi CDP, you’ll work as part of a close-knit, supportive brigade under the guidance of Michelin-starred Culinary Director Martin Burge, giving you the perfect environment to build confidence, refine your core skills and progress your career. You’ll be joining a calm, well-organised and well-equipped kitchen where quality, teamwork and consistency are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re keen to develop your craft and enjoy working with fresh, seasonal produce, this is a brilliant next step.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting your section to deliver consistently high-quality dishes
- Preparing ingredients and assisting with mise en place and service
- Working closely with senior chefs to learn and develop
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
- Helping to keep service smooth, efficient and professional
- Contributing to stock control, prep and organisation
What we’re looking for:
- Experience working with fresh, seasonal produce in a quality-led kitchen
- A strong work ethic and commitment to learning
- A reliable, positive and professional approach
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A desire to grow and progress in a structured, supportive environment
The details:
- £35,692 per year
- Plus service charge (£3,000–£3,500 OTE)
- Approximately £39,000 total earnings
- 48 hours per week
- Meals on duty and uniform provided
- Live-in accommodation available
Why you’ll love working here:
- 30 days holiday (rising to 35 after 5 years)
- Birthday lunch on us
- Mental health first aiders & wellbeing support
- Free wellbeing resources (online fitness, mindfulness & nutrition)
- High Street discounts & cashback card
- Estate discounts on dining, stays, wine & spa products
- £1,000 recognition award
- Up to £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
- Premium pay for Christmas & New Year shifts
- Optional low-cost healthcare cash plan
- Free in-person financial planning support
- Career opportunities across our three award-winning hotels
- Fully funded apprenticeships and clear progression pathways
At Farncombe, we are proud to be a B-Corp certified company and members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity — with wellbeing and development at the heart of what we do.
You will need your own transport due to our rural location (WR12 7LF), unless you are living on site. If this sounds like the right next move for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Demi Chef de Partie - The Fish Hotel in Broadway employer: Farncombe Life
Farncombe Estate is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where hospitality and teamwork thrive. With generous benefits like 30 days of holiday, career progression opportunities across our award-winning hotels, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, we ensure that our staff feel valued and supported. Join us in creating memorable experiences in a stunning rural setting, where your passion for hospitality can truly shine.
