We’re on the lookout for a Chef de Partie to join our award-winning team at The Fish Hotel!
Set within the beautiful woodlands of our 500-acre estate, The Fish Hotel is a laid-back luxury retreat featuring the acclaimed seafood restaurant Hook (2 AA Rosettes), alongside vibrant lounge and bar spaces serving pizzas, small plates, cocktails and regional tipples.
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section and play a key role in delivering consistently high-quality dishes, working as part of a close-knit, supportive brigade in a calm, well-organised kitchen.
You’ll also benefit from working under the guidance of Michelin-starred Culinary Director Martin Burge—making this a fantastic opportunity to refine your skills and progress your career.
What we’re looking for:
* Experience as a CDP or strong Demi Chef ready to step up
* A passion for quality ingredients and great food
* A positive, reliable and professional approach
* Strong teamwork and communication skills
* A desire to learn and progress
The details:
* £37,440 per annum plus approximately £3000-3500 in gratuities
* 48 hours per week, 5 days including weekends
* Meals on duty and uniform provided
* Live-in accommodation available
Why you’ll love working here:
* 30 days holiday (rising to 35 with service)
* Birthday lunch on us
* Mental health support & wellbeing resources
* High Street discounts & cashback card
* Estate discounts on stays, dining, wine & spa
* £1,000 recognition reward
* Up to £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
* Premium pay for Christmas & New Year
* Optional healthcare cash plan
* Free financial planning support
* Apprenticeships & development opportunities
At Farncombe, we’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company and members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity—with wellbeing and development at the heart of what we do.
Due to our rural location (WR12 7LF), you’ll need your own transport unless living on site.
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you