Job Ref: ALD1471
Branch: Aldwark Manor
Location: Aldwark, Alne 10 miles north of York
Salary/Benefits: £31930.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: 10:00-22:00, 12:00-22:00, 14:00-220
Hours per week: 46 hours/week
Posted date: 17/07/2026
Closing date: 03/08/2026
Job title: Chef De Partie
Position reports to: Senior Chef
Located: Aldwark Manor Estate, Aldwark, Nr. Alne, York, YO611UF
Hours of Work: 46 hours
Salary: £31930.00
Benefits:
Apprenticeship and other development opportunities.
Share of gratuities.
Hospitality Rewards platform.
Employee Assistance Program.
Free meals on duty.
Refer a friend bonus.
Free golf for yourself and discounted for friends and family.
Uniform provided.
Additional Days holiday after 3 years of service.
Food and Beverage Discount when dining at our Hotel of 20%
Aldwark Manor Estate is a privately owned Hotel with Golf nestled in a picturesque village between York and Harrogate. Set in 200 acres of beautiful countryside, this luxury Hotel provides a complete escape for both business and leisure guests and is a popular venue for weddings.
In recent years, the hotel has undergone significant investment and renovation, transforming the bedrooms, restaurant, residents’ lounge, sports bar and all public areas to deliver a refined and contemporary guest experience.
December marked the completion and opening of the new Salus Spa facilities, further enhancing the estate’s luxury leisure offering. The next phase of development will see the addition of new bedrooms, expanded event spaces and additional treatment rooms, all scheduled to open later this year.
Main purpose of the role:
As Chef de Partie you will have responsibility for the Kitchen and its staff in the absence of the Senior Chefs, directing all kitchen activities and ensuring the preparation of our delicious food - helping create memorable experiences for guests - whenever and wherever they dine. You’ll also ensure quality; kitchen maintenance and inventory functions are kept to the highest standards - to make sure your kitchen is always running smoothly
Main duties of the role:
- Excellent cooking skills with a strong understanding of produce and ingredients.
- Experience in producing menus that are both creative and profitable.
- Ensure that dishes are produced to the Head Chef specifications and standard.
- Excellent leadership skills with experience of developing and leading a team.
- Strong communication skills through a variety of means: departmental meetings, Function sheet meetings, Health and Safety meetings etc.
- Flexible and adaptable, adapting your approach to complete routine and non-routine tasks.
- Exceptional organisation and planning skills through Standard operating procedures. High attention to detail and accuracy – great at managing one’s own time and the time of the team
- Drive self-motivated. Excellent knowledge of kitchen related legislative requirements/audits
- Deputise for the senior Chef in their absence.
- To be responsible for HACCP and Health and Safety for the department under the Senior Chef in charge guidance and company procedures.
The above is a non exhaustive list of duties and you are expected to undertake any other duties as requested by your Manager. The Company reserves the right to amend your job description in line with the changing demands of the business.
About Us
The Aldwark Manor Estate has been synonymous with luxury since it was established in 1978.
Elegant grounds, sensual design, elemental dining and grandeur at every turn, within 200 acres of countryside all contribute to its allure.
The Aldwark Manor Estate is an independent, indulgent luxury hotel in the Yorkshire countryside and provides the setting for unforgettable experiences.
We are continuously looking for exceptional individuals to join our team. If you are seeking a hospitality job with progression opportunities, then we are for you. There are live-in opportunities for the right candidates.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. A copy of out DEI policy is available on request.
