Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie at Ettington Park Hotel, part of Hand Picked Hotels. The only AA 4 Red Star hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, Ettington Park is renowned as one of the finest hotels in Warwickshire. Set within 40 acres of parkland in a verdant valley with the River Stour, the country house offers 47 characterful bedrooms and the finest seasonal cuisine served in its 2AA Rosette restaurant. Ettington Park has gained a reputation for offering one of the finest afternoon teas in Stratford-upon-Avon and is a popular wedding backdrop.
Hand Picked Hotels is a collection of 21 privately owned luxury country houses and coastal retreats, known for individuality and a hand picked experience for guests and employees.
Role summary: You will be running a busy section, capable of cooking to a high standard, and able to impart knowledge to junior chefs.
About You
* Current base knowledge and experience in a quality-driven hotel, restaurant, or hospitality environment.
* Enthusiastic with a flexible approach to assist in different areas of the kitchen as business and guest needs dictate.
* Ability to impart knowledge to junior team members.
* Aware of latest trends and eager to learn the next big thing.
* High emotional intelligence to anticipate guest needs and deliver the Hand Picked experience.
* Ability to deliver guest experience standards and provide a high-quality, personalised, and memorable experience that guests return for.
Our Benefits Include
* Competitive salary: £15.82 per hour plus a share of service charge.
* Full‑time role, 5 days out of 7 including weekends on a rota, 40 hours per week (may vary by business needs).
* Company pension with generous employer contribution.
* Life assurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Sickness Scheme Benefit.
* 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with length of service.
* Forward career progression with access to in-house and external training, including apprenticeships up to level 7.
* Staff stays (£30 per room Bed & Breakfast) with 25% discount on food & drink; annual loyalty awards.
* Online retail discount platform and health & well-being platform.
* Opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive team.
Hand Picked Hotels is an Equal Opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Software Development
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