Chef De Partie - Stroud

Job Title: Chef de Partie
Establishment: Luxury Hotel & Two Rosette Restaurant
Location: Stroud, Cotswolds
Salary: £28,000 P/A + Service Charge (approx. £3,500 per year)
Hours: Permanent, 40 hours per week

Pineapple Recruitment is excited to partner with a prestigious four-star boutique hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds, overlooking the stunning Stroud Valley. Their acclaimed two-rosette restaurant takes pride in offering seasonal, locally sourced cuisine, with produce harvested from their own kitchen gardens. The restaurant is well known for its innovative farm-to-fork approach, exquisite afternoon teas, and immersive outdoor fire cooking experiences, including wood-fired pizzas in the garden restaurant.

The Opportunity:

My client is looking for an ambitious and skilled Chef de Partie to join their dynamic and forward-thinking kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate chef looking to refine their craft in an award-winning environment that values sustainability, seasonality, and creative menu development.

As Chef de Partie, you will work closely with the Sous and Head Chef to maintain the restaurant’s high standards while honing your skills across various sections of the kitchen. This role is perfect for a driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting and wants to contribute to an evolving culinary destination.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes in line with the restaurant’s seasonal menus.

• Take ownership of a designated kitchen section, ensuring efficiency and consistency in food preparation.

• Work closely with local farmers and suppliers to champion the use of sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.

• Maintain exemplary hygiene, stock control, and kitchen organisation standards.

• Support junior chefs through mentoring and training, fostering a positive team environment.

• Assist in menu development, bringing creativity and innovation to new seasonal dishes.

• Work collaboratively to ensure smooth service, upholding the restaurant’s two-rosette standard.

• Contribute to the restaurant’s evolving culinary vision, including special events such as outdoor fire cooking and "Back Patio" dining experiences.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience working in a two-rosette or higher standard kitchen, or strong fine-dining experience.

• Passion for farm-to-fork dining and working with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• A strong foundation in classic and modern cooking techniques, with a willingness to learn and grow.

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or an ambitious Demi Chef de Partie looking to take the next step.

• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations, and stock control.

• A positive, team-oriented attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, plus a generous service charge.

• The opportunity to work in an award-winning, sustainability-focused kitchen.

• Career progression and mentorship within a high-calibre culinary team.

• Employee discounts on dining, hotel stays, and wellness experiences.

• A beautiful countryside work setting that prioritises work-life balance.

If you are a dedicated and creative Chef de Partie eager to be part of an ambitious kitchen team, we’d love to hear from you.
 

Apply now through Pineapple Recruitment and take the next step in your culinary career within one of the Cotswolds’ most exciting dining destinations.