Seasonal Role with Progression | Live-in Accommodation
North Wales Coast | Two Rosette Hotel Restaurant
We are recruiting a Demi Chef de Partie/Chef de Partie (depending on experience) to join our established kitchen team as we start to head into the high season at our two-rosette hotel restaurant, known for its award winning food, loyal guests, and stunning location.
This is a structured seasonal role with genuine responsibility, creativity, and progression, ideal for chefs who value quality cooking and a defined working season.
The Role
A development and succession role for a strong junior CDP or established CDP ready to take responsibility. You’ll work closely with the existing team in order to support and on occasions manage sections of the kitchen as a team and individually.
You will be involved in:
- Menu writing and development
- Supplier relationships
- Stock control, EHO management, waste management, and cost awareness
- Planning for peaks and troughs in trade
- Leading sections
The Kitchen
- Two Rosette standards
- Modern British, seasonal cooking
- Breakfast (up to 32 covers), lunch (up to 50), dinner (up to 50)
- Hotel guests typically stay 3–4 nights, so consistency and menu balance are essential
- Not high-volume, but standards matter
Seasonal Structure & Lifestyle
- Start: as soon as possible
- Finish: 2nd November
- If successful - guaranteed work in our 2027 season will be offered
This role suits chefs who:
- Travel in winter or work abroad / ski seasons
- Have reliable winter or Christmas work elsewhere
- Prefer a defined season rather than year-round burnout
We are very open to chefs returning season after season.
Pay & Benefits
- Chef de Partie: £14.50–£16.50 per hour + tips + holiday pay
- Live-in accommodation provided (free)
- Tips shared fairly
- Sensible rotas and a calm, organised kitchen culture
- Owners work daily with the whole hotel team
Who We’re Looking For
Passionate, reliable chefs who:
- Passionate about food and hospitality
- Take ownership and responsibility
- Enjoy writing menus and applying their creativity
- Can plan ahead for busy and quieter periods and are creative in their problem soliving abilities
- Deliver food that is both exciting and consistent
- Work calmly, without ego
To apply:
Please apply via Indeed with your CV and note which role you’re applying for, your availability, and any winter plans you typically have.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.50-£16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pwllheli LL53 7BU: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you happy with a seasonal role that may suit winter travel or alternative winter work?
Experience:
- Chef: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safety & Hygiene – Level 2 (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
