Job Title: Chef de Partie / Senior Chef de Partie – 2 AA Rosette Restaurant (Pushing for 3AA Rosettes)
Location: Clearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum + Tips & Paid Overtime
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: 5 days per week, including evenings and weekends
Live-in Available
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About the Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated Chef de Partie or even a Senior Chef de Partie to join a 2 AA Rosette Restaurant, located within a 3 Red Star Luxury Hotel in the heart of the Royal Forest of Dean. The restaurant has maintained its 2 AA Rosettes for over 10 years and is actively working towards achieving 3 AA Rosettes.
The property, once a farm, has been transformed into a stylish boutique hotel with 20 rooms, cottages, and suites, offering a perfect blend of laid-back luxury. The hotel has earned accolades including The Good Hotel’s Guide Country Hotel of the Year 2019, Sawday's Hotel of the Year, and Taste of the West’s Hotel of the Year. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu based on locally sourced ingredients, regularly catering to up to 40 covers per evening.
As a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, managing your section and contributing to the continuous development of the restaurant's offering. Your input will be vital as the team pushes for 3 AA Rosettes and continues to build on its reputation for exceptional dining.
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Key Responsibilities
* Manage your section during service, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standard
* Collaborate in menu planning, suggesting innovative seasonal dishes
* Oversee junior chefs, helping to develop their skills and ensure smooth service
* Ensure kitchen cleanliness, food hygiene, and health & safety standards are met
* Work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to deliver a menu that aligns with the restaurant’s 2 AA Rosette standards and drive towards 3 AA Rosettes
* Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations and contribute to the training of new staff
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About You
* Experience as a Chef de Partie, with the potential to step up to Senior Chef de Partie
* Previous experience in a Rosette environment is highly desirable
* Passion for using seasonal, local ingredients and a focus on quality
* Excellent communication and team-working skills
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure
* A desire to develop within a Michelin Guide-listed, award-winning restaurant
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What We Offer
* Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum + Tips & Paid Overtime
* Live-in accommodation available (ideal for those relocating)
* Bonus potential and referral bonuses for introducing new staff
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Pension contribution
* Friends & Family discounts on hotel stays and dining
* Meals on duty prepared by the kitchen team
* The opportunity to work in a Michelin Guide-listed restaurant and help push for 3 AA Rosettes
* A supportive, passionate kitchen brigade that values creativity and growth
* Opportunity for career progression and professional development
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Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a prestigious property with a vibrant future. Located in the Forest of Dean, surrounded by stunning natural beauty, this boutique hotel provides an inspiring environment to work in. Whether you're stepping into a Chef de Partie role or advancing as a Senior Chef de Partie, this role offers the chance to grow your skills while being part of a team dedicated to excellence.
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Location: Clearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 8JS
Apply Now: If you're ready to be part of an award-winning team and push the boundaries of culinary excellence, we would love to hear from you.