Chef de Partie

Near Keswick, Cumbria

Up to £33,000 per year

Permanent

Live-in available – all-inclusive, 2 minutes’ walk from the hotel (£75 per week)

A privately owned, family-run hotel near Keswick is recruiting a Chef de Partie to join its professional kitchen team. Set within tranquil wooded gardens and overlooking Borrowdale Valley, this is a great opportunity for a Chef de Partie working with fresh Lakeland produce.

The Chef de Partie will run their own section and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in delivering high-quality British cuisine. This role suits a motivated Chef de Partie who enjoys fresh food and working in a close-knit team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Run and manage your own kitchen section

Work calmly and efficiently under pressure

Maintain high food quality and presentation standards

Work straight shifts where possible, with flexibility for split shifts

Support senior chefs and develop your skills

Work with fresh, local produce including meat, game, and fish

Key Requirements:

Experience as a Chef de Partie in at least a 1 Rosette kitchen

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a CDP role

Strong fresh food background essential

Pastry experience highly advantageous

Positive attitude, professionalism, and attention to detail

This Chef de Partie role offers excellent accommodation, long-term stability, and the chance to work in one of Cumbria’s most scenic locations.

Apply by email or phone.

CVs in English (Word or PDF format only).

DDH Recruitment Ltd does not charge candidates.