Chef de Partie

Prestigious Country Estate | Clubhouse Dining, Weddings & Events

Welwyn, Hertfordshire

£34,000 + Benefits
48-Hour Annualised Contract | Live-In Available (Subject to Availability)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef de Partie to join the established kitchen brigade at one of Hertfordshire's most prestigious private country estates.

Set within magnificent parkland and home to two championship golf courses, the estate operates a diverse hospitality offering encompassing clubhouse dining, weddings, private dining, corporate hospitality, member events and exclusive functions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef de Partie who enjoys variety, fresh food and working as part of a close-knit brigade within a unique hospitality environment.

The Estate

The estate delivers a wide range of food experiences across its clubhouse, function spaces and wider events operation.

Food operations include:

Clubhouse dining
Weddings and celebrations
Private dining
Corporate hospitality
Golf days
Member events
Estate functions
External catering opportunities

Functions can range from intimate private dining for around 12 guests through to events for approximately 150, creating a varied kitchen environment where no two weeks are necessarily the same.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you'll take responsibility for your section while supporting the wider estate kitchen operation across both everyday service and events.

Working alongside the Estate Head Chef, Sous Chefs and wider brigade, you'll help ensure consistently high standards of preparation, presentation and organisation throughout the kitchen.

Your responsibilities will include:

Running your section confidently during preparation and service
Preparing and presenting dishes consistently to agreed standards
Working across clubhouse dining, functions, weddings and private events
Supporting preparation and delivery for larger banqueting and hospitality events
Working with seasonal menus, event menus, specials and bespoke dining requirements
Maintaining excellent mise en place and kitchen organisation
Ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene and allergen control
Supporting stock rotation, portion control and waste management
Working collaboratively with the senior kitchen team and wider estate departments
Supporting different areas of the food operation according to business requirements

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to progress
Experience within a quality hotel, restaurant, country estate, golf club or events environment
Strong fresh-food cooking skills
The confidence to take ownership of a section
Good organisation and attention to detail
The ability to remain calm and consistent during busy services
A good understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergens
A positive, hands-on approach and strong team ethic
Flexibility to work across different styles of service and events

Experience within banqueting or events would be advantageous, although a strong Chef de Partie from a quality fresh-food background would also be considered.

Working Pattern

48 hours per week
Annualised contract reflecting the seasonal nature of the estate
Peak season runs primarily from May through September, when hours are driven by business requirements
Quieter periods during the winter outside of the Christmas season
Full-time, permanent position

The Package

£34,000 annual salary
48-hour annualised contract
Live-in accommodation available subject to availability
Company staff benefits programme
Access to golf facilities
Food and beverage discounts across the estate
Discounted world-class gym membership
Company incentivised referral programme
Free on-site parking
Training and development within an established estate kitchen
Opportunities for progression within the wider hospitality business

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie looking for something more varied than a traditional restaurant kitchen.

You'll gain experience across clubhouse dining, weddings, private events, corporate hospitality and larger functions, working alongside an experienced senior kitchen team within an impressive private country estate.

With a strong salary, live-in accommodation potentially available and an annualised working pattern that reflects the quieter winter season, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a diverse and established hospitality operation.