Overview
Unique opportunity with work/life balance preparing high-level cuisine.
ABOUT THE EMPLOYER
Wentworth Grange is a beautiful country house care home in rural Northumberland that operates like a luxury hotel in offering the best quality residential nursing care available.
Our guests – their safety, comfort and enjoyment of the finer things in life – are our daily mission, and our well-equipped kitchen plays a crucial role in delivering that luxury. For some, the kitchen’s output is truly the highlight of their day; for all, it’s an intimate and highly pleasurable accompaniment to both the larger and smaller events in their lives. Our Kitchen team is passionate about creating great food and committed to inspiring joy with what they produce. We\'re looking for staff with the same eye for refinement and passion.
This role stands out from similar positions elsewhere in offering:
* A rate of £14.60/ hour;
* Work/life balance: 8am to 5pm work that leaves evenings free to socialise;
* A positive, respectful and mutually supportive work/kitchen culture;
* A chance to work in a 5-Star setting in beautiful surroundings delivering consistently high quality cuisine, including opportunities to flex culinary creativity/inspiration, where appropriate;
* An employer prepared to really invest in hardworking staff members who are demonstrably committed to achieving excellence.
If you\'re interested in taking up this opportunity, please check out the application process below.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Chef de Partie to join a small team of kitchen staff under the supervision and management of the Head Chef and Sous Chef. A positive and hardworking attitude, both towards your role, your colleagues and working within a multicultural setting, are essential.
Candidates will be assessed for experience and skills in the duties outlined in the job description below and especially their conformity with the qualities outlined in the person specification.
It\'s important to understand that our kitchen KPIs are closer to a fine dining setting in placing primacy on the customer experience. That means we operate a culture of care: for the food, for the guests, for our colleagues (kitchen and care home), and for ourselves. We expect to employ staff capable of delivering such care as part of their everyday way of operating.
Reporting to the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef, your duties will include:
* Preparing, cooking and serving fresh, local produce to an extremely high standard
* Assisting in the preparation of all sections for service
* Supporting and collaborating with fellow team members efficiently
* Liaising with care home staff on client needs and requests in a constructive and friendly manner
* Calm and reflexive problem solving
* Contributing to and adapting to day-to-day events as they unfold
* Adhering to set food safety systems
* Assisting with the management of health and safety, and food hygiene practices, including cleaning and checklist maintenance
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The right applicant for this role will meet the following requirements:
* At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a quality hotel or restaurant
* NVQ Level 2 or higher
* Own Transport
They will, above all, possess the following personal qualities:
* Time management: a hardworking, organised and efficient approach to working, as well as the ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
* Attention to detail: a genuine interest in preparing high quality cuisine (attention to flavor, presentation and technique), including a general interest in food and developing their skills and knowledge.
* Professional integrity: someone who takes personal responsibility, treats mistakes/failures as learning opportunities (and supports that culture), and communicates needs and problems directly.
* Professionalism: a calm, kind and friendly disposition, including a proven professional attitude towards all aspects of their work and interactions with others.
* A collaborative approach: A genuine team player, who enjoys collaborating with and supporting colleagues from a variety of backgrounds.
APPLICATION PROCESS
A applications should be submitted to reception@wentwogrange.net by no later than 12pm (noon) on Wednesday 18 September 2025, though early applicants will be considered from Friday 12th September. Paid trail shifts followed by a brief interview will be offered to successful applicants to determine suitability for the role.
JOB DETAILS
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitality
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wentworth Grange Residential Hotel by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr