Job Description
Are you a Chef De Partie looking for an exciting new opportunity?
The Lulworth Estate is a beautiful, privately owned country estate, home to the world famous Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience, attracting both locals and visitors.
We are looking for an experienced Chef De Partie, with a strong background from a similar environment, to become an integral part of our hospitality team. This role will be split between our gastro pub, The Weld Arms in East Lulworth and our Man O'War Bar and Restaurant at our beautiful holiday park, overlooking Durdle Door.
Under the guidance of our Head Chefs, you will be responsible for ensuring the kitchen is prepared for service and then lead a section during service. All applicants must have a passion for serving excellent food.
This is a temporary, seasonal position with an immediate start and offers a fantastic opportunity for someone to demonstrate their existing kitchen skills and contribute to fantastic season.
Duties will include but not limited to:
* Working as a chef in charge of an area of production, responsible for preparing, cooking and presenting quality dishes within the speciality section.
* Lead, supervise and motivate the shift team to deliver a high standard of food preparation and service.
* Observing good food and personal hygiene standards when preparing food, including meat, fish and vegetables.
* Assisting the Head Chefs in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes.
* Monitoring portion and waste control, assisting with receiving and storing deliveries and carrying out replenishment.
* Adhering to the company health and safety policy and food safety standards.
* Ensuring food storage and food equipment is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
* Ensuring all hygiene and fridge/hot food temperature records are kept in accordance with food hygiene requirements.
* Responsible for training any Demi-Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs or Kitchen Assistants working with you.
* Providing a high standard of customer service at all times when preparing food and dealing with customers.
We offer:
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Employee discount at all retail and hospitality outlets across the estate.
- A free weekend ticket to Camp Bestival, held in the grounds of Lulworth Castle in August 2025.
- Free parking at our three beautiful sites, Lulworth Castle, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
- An inspiring and friendly place in which to work, offering professional career development and training.
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