Chef de Partie

4-Star Country House Hotel | 2 AA Rosette Standard | West Yorkshire

£32,000–£34,500 + Tips
3 Days Off Per Week | Paid Overtime | Strong Work-Life Balance

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade of a highly regarded 4-star country house hotel and award-winning wedding venue in West Yorkshire.

Operating to a consistent 2 AA Rosette standard, the kitchen delivers modern British food using quality seasonal ingredients across restaurant dining, weddings, events and afternoon tea service.

This is a genuinely strong opportunity for a chef looking for a well-balanced role within a professional but supportive kitchen, offering good hours, sensible structure and long-term stability.

The Kitchen

4-star country house hotel
Typically operating at 2 AA Rosette level
Busy weddings, events and restaurant operation
Fresh, seasonal modern British cooking
Strong reputation within the local area
Experienced and supportive senior team

The kitchen combines quality-driven cooking with a more sustainable and balanced approach to hospitality.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for your section while supporting the wider kitchen team across daily service.

You will:

Run your section confidently during prep and service
Deliver dishes consistently to Rosette-level standards
Support service across restaurant and banqueting operations
Maintain strong organisation, cleanliness and mise en place
Assist senior chefs with menu development and kitchen operations
Support junior chefs where required
Uphold food safety and kitchen standards at all times

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who enjoys variety and wants to continue developing within a structured environment.

The Package

£32,000–£34,500 salary (depending on experience and ability)
Additional tips/tronc paid monthly
3 days off per week (typically 2–3 full days depending on rota)
Start times generally around 11am, finishing approximately 9:30pm
Paid overtime
Staff meals on duty
Free uniform
Staff discounts on food, drink and hotel stays
Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action
Free on-site parking
Company pension

Although no live-in accommodation is available, occasional overnight stays may be possible after late finishes, subject to room availability.

The Ideal Candidate

Current Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie
Experience within quality fresh-food kitchens, ideally hotel or banqueting environments
Calm, reliable and organised during busy service
Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
Flexible, positive and team-focused approach
Passion for hospitality and quality food

Due to the location, driving or reliable transport is strongly recommended.

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to join a respected hospitality operation that offers:

Strong food standards without burnout culture
A balanced rota and sensible working structure
Exposure to both restaurant and event catering
A supportive team environment with long-term stability

If you are looking for a Chef de Partie role that combines quality cooking with a genuinely improved work-life balance, we would love to hear from you.