Chef De Partie
Bring your passion, precision, and creativity to the kitchen with a role that’s at the heart of delivering unforgettable holiday experiences! At Parkdean Resorts, we’re on the lookout for a talented Chef de Partie to join our busy, vibrant kitchen team.
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll collaborate closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to create delicious, beautifully presented dishes that consistently exceed guest expectations. You’ll take ownership of a specific kitchen section, preparing food to order, managing your station efficiently, and ensuring every plate meets our high standards for quality, speed, and consistency.
What You Will Be Doing...
- Managing a kitchen section, leading junior team members, and preparing dishes in line with company specifications.
- Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and hygiene throughout service, ensuring a thorough end-of-shift clean.
- Checking, recording, and maintaining food temperatures in accordance with company processes.
- Completing food prep before and during service, and restocking your section as needed.
- Maximizing profit margins through accurate portion control, minimal waste, and consistent dish quality.
- Receiving and storing deliveries correctly, following stock rotation and food safety guidelines.
- Communicating clearly and professionally with the entire kitchen team to support smooth service.
- Adhering to all health & safety standards, including allergen policies, uniform requirements, hygiene procedures, and correct equipment use.
- Carrying out deep-clean tasks as requested by the Head Chef.
About You...
- Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a high-volume kitchen environment.
- The ability to perform well under pressure and stay organized during busy service periods.
- A genuine passion for producing high-quality food that enhances the guest experience.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.
- A Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (or equivalent).
So, Why Parkdean Resorts?
Well, besides our unique team culture, stunning locations across the UK, and the opportunity to work with the UK's largest holiday park organization, we offer:
- The chance to develop your skills and boost your career across our 65 parks – we’ve got your back when it comes to training!
- You’re never on your own with our Employee Assistance Programme, featuring a 24/7 confidential helpline for counselling and support – because your wellbeing is our top priority.
- A 50% discount for you and a 25% discount for friends and family when booking your holiday with us.
- A team member discount of 30% on everything from fabulous food to delicious drinks and even our fun leisure activities.
- Awesome discounts on meal kits like Hello Fresh and local gyms – we’ve got deals on lots of brands just for you!
We strive to be a force for good, caring for our parks, people, and planet as a natural part of our business. We celebrate our people, communities, and natural environment, enabling us to create amazing memories for years to come.
Are We the Right Fit for You?
At Parkdean Resorts, every park is a place to start something great; a place where you can develop your skills, take on new challenges, and thrive alongside a supportive team. Our parks create meaningful memories for our guests, and we understand that great service is more than just a smile – it’s about valuing every moment. Because it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. Join a team that puts heart into every holiday. Be the Heart of the Park!
Parkdean Resorts takes safeguarding seriously; therefore, background checks, including DBS (or equivalent), will be carried out if appropriate.
We are committed to creating an environment and recruitment process where everyone feels safe and comfortable discussing disability. For any reasonable adjustment requests during the recruitment and assessment process, please reach out to us.
