At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook high-quality dishes while leading your kitchen section.
- Company: Join the vibrant culinary team at Holiday Inn Guildford.
- Benefits: Enjoy employee discounts, free meals, and wellness support.
- Other info: Great location near Guildford with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic kitchen environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role required.
The predicted salary is between 28500 - 30000 £ per year.
We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our culinary team at the hotel.
This role is an important part of the kitchen’s success, combining technical skill, consistency and teamwork to deliver high‑quality food and a smooth service.
As a Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard.
Your calm, organized approach and pride in your work will help maintain quality, even during busy periods, supporting both the guest experience and the wider kitchen team.
You will work closely with colleagues, supporting junior team members through guidance and example, while helping to maintain a clean, safe and well‑structured kitchen environment where everyone can perform at their best.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook high‑quality dishes efficiently and consistently within your section
- Take ownership of your area, ensuring standards of food quality and presentation are always met
- Support, guide and help develop junior members of the kitchen team
- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work environment at all times
- Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations consistently
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to support smooth and well‑timed service
- Remain calm, focused and professional during busy service periods
Benefits
- Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
- Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
- Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
- Eye care
- Free legal & money advice
- Counseling sessions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
- Recipe ideas
- Advice on keeping active and healthy living
- Wellbeing podcasts and tv
- Breathing exercises
- 24/7 advice and support line
- Team reward & recognition
- Free meals on duty
- Free parking
Who Is This Role For?
- Has experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role
- Takes pride in producing high‑quality, well‑presented food
- Enjoys having responsibility for their own section and working with structure
- Leads naturally by example and enjoys supporting and developing junior chefs
- Works well under pressure while maintaining consistency and standards
- Understands that teamwork, communication and organisation are key to a successful kitchen
- Is committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and professionalism
- Hotel
The Holiday Inn Guildford Hotel is conveniently situated less than two miles from the heart of Guildford, just a quick 10‑minute drive to the city centre.
Guildford station is approximately a mile away, offering a 30‑minute train journey to London.
Our hotel features 168 bedrooms, a top‑notch conference centre with 15 versatile meeting rooms, a charming bar, an excellent restaurant, and a spacious suite for weddings and special events.
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