At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead your workstation, mentor junior chefs, and create exceptional dishes.
- Company: Join The Ickworth, a luxury hotel in beautiful Suffolk.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, knife sponsorship, dining out scheme, and wellness support.
- Other info: Enjoy incredible discounts on food, beverages, and hotel stays.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a beloved hotel while honing your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef de Partie, leadership skills, and a passion for hospitality.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £36,400 per annum plus service charge and benefits
About Us: The Ickworth, part of Luxury Family Hotels, is entering an exciting new chapter following its refurbishment. Join us as a Senior Chef de Partie and play your part in shaping the future of this much-loved Suffolk retreat. If you are a dedicated and skilled chef, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a luxury hotel known for its exceptional service and welcoming culture. This is a permanent role, at 48 hours per week (including weekends), with an annual salary of £36,400 plus generous service charge and a brilliant benefit package. Please note, we do not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only candidates who can demonstrate their right to work in the UK should apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Owning and overseeing your workstation: Your role will oversee your workstation and alongside the rest of the kitchen, make our menus come alive! Ensure your section is prepared and cleaned down as well as supervise and support junior chefs and be a mentor. Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to maintain a harmonious working environment, fostering effective communication and teamwork.
To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent role in a high-quality kitchen.
- Leadership and team supervision abilities.
- Charisma, an engaging personality and a passion for hospitality.
- Ability to keep calm and focussed during busy service, keeping your station clean and tidy throughout.
- Knowledge of techniques, cooking methods, and food safety standards; food hygiene level 2 would be beneficial.
Why work with us?
- Knife Sponsorship Scheme – We understand the importance of a chef’s tools so we offer our kitchen team members up to £120 to put towards your very own knives.
- Chefs dine out scheme – We want our chefs to experience new styles and tastes of dining as part of their development so every 6 months we will give you £100 on eating out at a restaurant of your choice!
- Training and development is central to life at LFH, it’s something we truly value. We are proudly certified by the Institute of Hospitality and support our teams’ development through partnerships with award-winning, hospitality specific apprenticeship providers.
- An extra day’s holiday for your birthday.
- EarlyPay – Need to access some of your monthly salary a little early sometimes? No problem!
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Help@Hand - Our online health and wellbeing service – Get same day remote GP appointments, Mental Health support and Physiotherapy on us.
- Life Assurance Benefit for peace of mind for your loved ones.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages.
- Want to give back but never have the time? We will give you a paid day off for any volunteering or fundraising you would like to get involved in once a year.
- The LFH Benefit Hub – Easily accessible employee discount platform for you to take advantage of at your favourite high street and online retailers.
- 50% off Food and Beverage and the Spa across Luxury Family Hotels.
- Incredible discounted hotel stays for you, friends and family.
Please ensure you check the hotel location as some of our hotels are hidden away and you will have to use your own transport to locate us!
Who are LFH? The Ickworth is entering a remarkable new era following an exciting refurbishment, thoughtfully designed to celebrate both its heritage and its future. Set within the breathtaking Suffolk countryside, this iconic hotel, surrounded by sweeping parkland and rich history, has been carefully refreshed to create even more memorable experiences for modern family escapes. As a proud member of the Luxury Family Hotels collection, The Ickworth is dedicated to creating meaningful moments for every generation, combining warm hospitality, thoughtful touches, and spaces where families can truly reconnect and unwind. Here at LFH we are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a diverse and accessible workplace for all. We believe in a culture and inclusive team member experience that values people from all backgrounds, race and religions. We respect, value and embrace diversity and ensure everyone is recognised and respected; we celebrate our differences.
Senior Chef de Partie employer: Luxury Family Hotels
Moonfleet Manor, as part of Luxury Family Hotels, is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and a supportive work culture. With competitive salaries, generous service charges, and a commitment to training and development, we empower our team members to thrive in their careers while enjoying the beautiful coastal location and a vibrant hospitality environment.
