Chef de Partie
Location: The Hamworthy Club, Magna Road, Wimborne
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary (Dependent on Experience)
About Us
The Hamworthy Club is one of Dorset's most diverse hospitality and events venues.
Operating seven days a week, we deliver breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday carveries, weddings, private functions, corporate events, sporting events, themed dining nights and large-scale catering services.
Due to continued growth, we are looking for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys variety, takes pride in presentation and wants to develop their career within a busy and ambitious hospitality operation.
The Role
Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
You will be responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality dishes, maintaining excellent kitchen standards and supporting all areas of the food operation.
The successful candidate will be confident running their section, maintaining consistency during busy services and contributing to a positive and professional kitchen culture.
No two days are the same. One day you may be supporting restaurant service, the next preparing for a wedding, corporate event, themed dining night, buffet or large private function.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Ensure excellent presentation and attention to detail across all food produced.
- Run and manage your designated kitchen section effectively.
- Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation and food safety.
- Assist with stock rotation, stock control and waste management.
- Contribute ideas for specials, menu development and new dishes.
- Support junior team members and kitchen assistants when required.
- Help ensure smooth service during busy trading periods and events.
- Follow all food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.
- Assist with event catering, buffets, weddings and function menus.
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, eager to learn and committed to maintaining high standards.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment.
- Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef ready to progress.
- Excellent food preparation and cooking skills.
- A passion for quality, consistency and presentation.
- Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
- The ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- A willingness to learn, develop and take responsibility.
- The ability to work as part of a team whilst also showing initiative.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to work within a varied and fast-paced operation.
- Exposure to restaurant service, events, weddings and corporate catering.
- Opportunities for training and career progression.
- Supportive management and kitchen team.
- Staff meals whilst on duty.
- Company pension.
- Employee discounts.
- Free on-site parking.
If you are passionate about food, enjoy working in a busy environment and want to be part of an ambitious kitchen team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
