Chef de Partie – 4 Red Star Boutique Castle Hotel | £32,000 + £3.5k Tips + Benefits

Location: South Gloucestershire (near Bristol)
Salary: £32,000 per annum + approx. £3,500 annual tips/service charge
Hours: Full-time | Permanent | 48 hours per week

About the Property

Set within 15 acres of picturesque countryside, this beautifully restored 4 Red Star castle hotel is a truly unique destination — blending historic Tudor character with elegant modern luxury.

Following an extensive multi-million-pound refurbishment, the hotel now offers 26 rooms and suites, fine dining and brasserie-style outlets, and multiple event spaces — all united by a philosophy of refined, personalised hospitality.

The kitchen’s style is modern British, celebrating the best of local and seasonal produce sourced from the on-site kitchen gardens and trusted suppliers across the South West. Guests enjoy a wide variety of services including breakfast, afternoon tea, dinner, Sunday lunch, and occasional weddings or private functions.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented Chef de Partie to join a highly skilled and ambitious brigade. You’ll take responsibility for your own section, preparing and delivering dishes to the highest standard, and supporting the wider team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

This is an opportunity to work in a truly unique fine-dining environment where quality, consistency, and creativity are at the heart of everything we do.

Your Role

Take responsibility for your section, maintaining the highest levels of preparation, cooking, and presentation
Support senior chefs in menu development and daily operations
Work independently and efficiently, maintaining excellent organisation during service
Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
Train and support commis and junior chefs as needed
Maintain a calm, professional approach during busy service periods
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, consistency, and pride in your work

About You

Experience in a 3 AA Rosette or equivalent fine dining environment, or at least 5 years in a 2 Rosette kitchen at Chef de Partie level or above
Natural ability as a chef with a genuine passion for food and hospitality
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
Ability to work unsupervised and take initiative
Calm, mature, and professional under pressure
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Ambitious, reliable, and eager to develop within a respected, high-achieving team

What’s on Offer

£32,000 per year + tips/service charge (approx. £3,500 annually, paid monthly)
48-hour contract with a fair rota structure
28 days holiday + paid day off on your birthday
Complimentary stay at the property upon completion of probation
Staff accommodation available off-site (if required)
Training & development opportunities through internal and external providers
Access to online learning and professional development programmes
Career progression within a renowned, award-winning hospitality group
Staff and family rates on stays, dining, and beverages
Recognition and reward programmes
Uniform provided and free on-site parking

Apply Now

If you’re a passionate, talented chef with fine dining experience who wants to develop your career in one of the UK’s most distinctive hotel kitchens, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact Jonny at jonny@knekthub.com or call 0161 528 5555.