Chef de Partie - Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria
Competitive
02 May 2019
30 May 2019
Full Time

Chef de Partie - The Borrowdale Hotel

Who We Are

Lake District Hotels is a unique selection of seven family owned hotels, we offer a range of accommodation from town hotels to luxury hotels on the lakeshore. At each hotel guests can enjoy fine food, superb cuisine, excellent facilities and the warmest Lake District welcome

The 4* Borrowdale Hotel is near the bustling market town of Keswick in the heart of the glorious Borrowdale Valley containing Derwentwater. The restaurant at the Borrowdale is accredited with an AA Rosette and takes many of the best elements of traditional English dining, is very much a focal point for our guests. Our daily carving and cheese trollies and a restaurant menu that changes completely each day are just some of the things diners really enjoy about our restaurant. Our lounge and conservatory, for up to 60 diners at lunch and dinner, has a seasonal menu and features both traditional and more modern dishes, sourced as locally as possible.

The Role

We are currently looking for an experience Chef de Partie, ideally from a similar environment, to enhance our dedicated team at our hotel.  This opportunity will provide you with an exceptional career path and offer you great future development under the guidance of our Head Chef.  Working alongside a brigade of dynamic chefs you must be conversant with all matters relating to the highest levels of food preparation and presentation, health & safety, as well as all aspects of current food legislation.  This is a fabulous opportunity to join a forward thinking and vibrant brigade. 

What we are looking for in you:

  • Experience of working in a AA Rosette Kitchen
  • Exceptional preparation and presentation skills – only the best will do
  • A flexible approach to your working week
  • Great attention to detail, the ability to deliver only highest standards of cuisine
  • Aptitude to deliver a warm and friendly customer service style which will engage your guests and team members alike
  • The need to help and support other members of your team

What we offer you:

  • Being part of a team that supports and encourages career progression in each other
  • Training that is specifically designed for you to grow and progress with us
  • A competitive salary and 28 days’ holiday entitlement
  • Free staff meals whilst on duty, Live in accommodation is available if you require it
  • Advantage Card, which offers discounts and free entrance to many of our venues

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive, we are not able to give status updates. If you are invited for an interview, you will generally be contacted within 1 week of submitting your application. Thank you