We’re looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join our award-winning kitchen at Dormy House Hotel & Spa—one of the Cotswolds' most celebrated boutique luxury hotels.
Set within the beautiful 500-acre Farncombe Estate, Dormy House is renowned for its exceptional food offering. From The Back Garden (3 AA Rosettes) to our Michelin Guide-featured chef's table, MO (4 AA Rosettes), you'll have the opportunity to work with outstanding seasonal ingredients in a kitchen that values creativity, precision and craftsmanship.
Working under the guidance of Michelin-starred Culinary Director Martin Burge, you'll become part of a talented and supportive brigade committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef looking to develop their skills, take ownership of their section and continue progressing their culinary career in a calm, professional and well-equipped kitchen.
Your role
As a Chef de Partie, you’ll:
- Take ownership of your section and deliver consistently high-quality dishes
- Work closely with a supportive, professional brigade
- Contribute ideas and maintain high kitchen standards
- Develop your skills under the guidance of Martin Burge, our Culinary Director
What we’re looking for
- Experience as a CDP or a strong Demi Chef ready to step up
- Passion for quality ingredients and great food
- A positive, reliable and professional approach
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A genuine desire to learn and progress
The details
- £37,440 per year (plus share of gratuities of approximately £3000-£3500 p/a - Total package approximately £40,940)
- 48 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (including weekends)
- Meals on duty & uniform provided
- Live-in accommodation available
Why you’ll love working here
- 30 days holiday (rising to 35 with service)
- Birthday lunch on us
- Mental health support & wellbeing resources
- High street discounts & cashback card
- Estate discounts on stays, dining, wine & spa
- £1,000 recognition reward
- Up to £1,000 Refer a Friend bonus
- Premium pay for Christmas & New Year
- Optional healthcare cash plan
- Free financial planning support
- Apprenticeships & development opportunities
At Farncombe, we’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company and members of the Hoteliers’ Charter—committed to a workplace built on respect, fairness, equality, diversity and opportunity, with wellbeing and development at the heart of what we do.
Due to our rural location (WR12 7LF), you’ll need your own transport unless living on site.
If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £37,440.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
