We’re recruiting a Chef De Partie to join a well-regarded North Norfolk hotel group, delivering seasonal British food across a collection of beautiful coastal properties. This is a fantastic opportunity to relocate to the Norfolk coast, cook with exceptional local produce, and join a stable, family-run business operating Rosette-level kitchens with genuine work–life balance.
The role offers live-in accommodation from £55 per week and a 4-day working week. Set along the stunning North Norfolk coastline, the hotels offer sea views, strong kitchen teams and varied operations - from gastro-pub dining to premium banqueting and Rosette-level restaurant cooking.
If you’re a Chef De Partie looking to escape the city, develop your craft and work with outstanding ingredients, this is a brilliant opportunity to make the move to the coast!
The offer
1. Up to £34,000 + tronc (up to £3,000)
2. 4-day working week / 3 days off together
3. 48-hour contract with straight shifts
4. Live-in accommodation available – £55 per week (all bills included)
5. Staff rooms and apartments available within a few miles of the hotels
The role
6. Join a professional brigade of around 8 chefs per kitchen
7. Run and take ownership of your section during service
8. Deliver fresh, seasonal British food across varied service styles
9. Work across restaurants, banqueting and high-volume service periods
10. Maintain strong organisation, prep levels and service standards
11. Maintain strong GP awareness, stock control and kitchen organisation
The food
12. Seasonal British cuisine using high-quality local produce
13. 1 AA Rosette standard restaurant cooking
14. High-end banqueting and event catering
15. Fresh gastro-pub style menus with strong volume service
The Chef De Partie
16. A Chef De Partie with an elevated fresh-food or rosette background.
17. A genuine passion for food, presentation and premium ingredients.
18. Excellent commitment and longevity within previous roles.