Chef de Partie
Seckford Hall Hotel & Spa – Woodbridge, Suffolk
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 per year (DOE)
About the Role
We are looking for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Seckford Hall Hotel & Spa, a beautiful country house hotel set in the Suffolk countryside.
You will take responsibility for running a section of the kitchen, delivering consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service across our restaurant, weddings, and events. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Chef de Partie looking to develop within a professional, supportive brigade.
Key Responsibilities
- Run and manage your own kitchen section during prep and service
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard
- Ensure mise en place is organised, efficient, and service-ready
- Work closely with the Sous Chefs and Head Chef across restaurant, weddings, and events
- Support and guide junior kitchen team members
- Assist with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards
About You
- Experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie ready to step up
- Ideally some pastry experience
- Passion for fresh, seasonal food and high hospitality standards
- Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure
- Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
- A positive team player with a willingness to learn and progress
- Level 2 Food Safety (preferred, or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer
- £30,000 – £32,000 salary (depending on experience)
- Excellent tips
- Gym / fitness perk
- Staff discounts on food, drink, spa, and hotel stays
- Clear progression and development opportunities
- Supportive leadership and a positive kitchen culture
- The opportunity to work in a stunning historic hotel environment
- Part of the Heritage Rocks hospitality group
Why Join Seckford Hall?
At Seckford Hall, we believe great kitchens are built on teamwork, respect, and pride in what we do. You’ll work in a dynamic environment producing food for refined dining, weddings, and events — no two days are the same.
Apply now to join our kitchen team at Seckford Hall Hotel & Spa.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
