Chef de Partie - Keswick

Chef de Partie - The Skiddaw 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 three-star Skiddaw Hotel is set in the picturesque market town of Keswick. With 43 en-suite bedrooms, a conservatory overlooking the square and the cosy lounge bar the hotel is renowned for its personal service and delightful cuisine. Our busy, multi-purpose kitchen serves our bar/conservatory, restaurant and function suite. In the evening we present a superb a la carte and table d’hote menu with dishes featuring the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional, using fresh, local ingredients.

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:

• 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