Rooted in ancient farmland in the foothills of Dartmoor, Fowlescombe Farm is a sophisticated agritourismo style escape nestled in a hidden valley. We opened in Spring 2025, our 10 spacious suites enjoy expansive views, generous living spaces and most have private outside spaces. Each has a very distinct character, but all feature the highest standards of contemporary design, combined with the warmth and comforts of home.
Guests are welcomed as family into the life of our working rare breed farm, enjoying intuitive, human service and an authentic farm to table dining experience.
Fowlescombe invites guests to live with the seasons and to experience our unique position just 9 miles from the sea. We work with many local friends to create bespoke adventures for our guests
We are united in our commitment to create a new way of delivering hospitality, treading lightly, doing our best by the land, animals, suppliers and the people who work and stay with us, always extending the warmest of welcomes.
We are seeking a Chef de Partie to join our team.
The Chef de Partie role entails:
Prepare, cook, and present dishes to high standards
Ensure all food produced meets hygiene, quality, and safety standards
Manage stock for your section, including ordering and minimising waste
Maintain a clean, organised workstation in accordance with health and safety regulations
Work with the team to develop new dishes and refine current menu offerings
Ensure effective communication
Report any issues with equipment or ingredients to the Sous/Head Chef
Uphold high standards of food presentation and portion control
Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, safety, and allergen regulations
Support the Sous and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
Benefits:
Competitive salary with strong potential for career progression
Possible subsidised accommodation.
32 days holiday per year (to include bank holidays)
Free E-Bike scheme for full time staff to assist with transportation.
Opportunity to shape a growing team in a brand new, custom designed kitchen
Potential for apprenticeships and funded structured training opportunities
Tips fairly distributed throughout the team
Regular staff outings and learning days
Nutritious and substantial “Family Meal” every day
Attributes:
Accuracy and professionalism
A passion for sustainable ways of working, travelling and dining and an ability to lead innovations and enhancements of the farm’s sustainability ethos.
A hands-on, can-do approach and energy.
Industry trained in Food Hygiene and Health and Safety
Full Driving license
Reliability and responsibility
Being observant and practical
Possess a keen eye for detail
Good personal organisation and planning skills
It’s important to us that our workforce reflects the communities from which we employ and we’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and communities.
We also recognise the importance of a good work / life balance, so we endeavour to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares whenever this is possible.
Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process if this is something you wish to explore.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person