Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie

Michelin-Starred Restaurant with Rooms Cumbria

32000 Service Charge (OTE 35k)
40 Hours 3 Days Off Paid Overtime
Live in accommodation available

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chef de Partie to join a Michelin-starred restaurant with rooms on the Cumbria/Scottish border.

Operating at 1 Michelin Star and 3 AA Rosette level this is a refined tasting-menu-led kitchen focused on seasonality precision and ingredient quality.

With a 30-cover dining room and a small highly skilled brigade the kitchen delivers a focused dining experience built around 4 and 8-course tasting menus evolving throughout the year.

The Kitchen

• 1 Michelin Star 3 AA Rosettes
• 30-cover fine dining restaurant
• 4-day dinner service limited lunch service
• Produce-led menus using high-quality UK ingredients
• Kitchen garden support via sister property
• Small professional brigade

This is a kitchen where attention to detail consistency and discipline are essential.

The Role

As Chef de Partie you will take responsibility for your section and play a key role in delivering food at Michelin standard.

You will:

• Run your section during prep and service
• Maintain consistency organisation and high standards
• Prepare and present dishes with precision and attention to detail
• Support menu development and seasonal changes
• Assist with stock control and ordering within your section
• Support and guide junior chefs where required
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef looking to develop within a focused high-level environment.

The Package

• 32000 base salary
• Equal share of service charge (OTE 35k)
• 40-hour contract
• 3 days off per week
• Paid overtime
• Staff meals on duty
• Live-in accommodation available short-term (up to 2 months)
• Relocation support available

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef
• Experience in Rosette or fine-dining kitchens (Michelin exposure advantageous)
• Strong technical foundation and attention to detail
• Organised reliable and calm under pressure
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Passion for high-quality seasonal cooking

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Work within a Michelin-starred kitchen
• Develop your skills in a focused high-standard environment
• Benefit from a 40-hour contract and 3 days off per week
• Be part of a small supportive and professional brigade

If youre looking to refine your craft and progress within a Michelin-level kitchen this is an excellent next step.