Chef de Partie

About Us Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is a luxury, four AA red star guest destination nestled in Newmarket, Suffolk. Surrounded by three acres of beautiful grounds, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa retains the charm and character of a Georgian country house, yet offers the very best in modern comfort, cuisine, hospitality and luxury.The Team Our continuing success is based on the team we have working here. We look not only for skills, but also passion and enthusiasm and the ability to deliver outstanding service & hospitality. We are a privately owned, independent 4 Red Star Hotel and Spa. The successful candidate will be joining our kitchen team of talented chefs at Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa. We strive to create a great work place for our staff which includes many staff benefits.The Position As Chef de Partie you will remain up to date with the latest cooking and presentation techniques, to prepare fresh local foods for guests visiting our 2 AA rosette restaurant; 'Squires'. You will work creatively as part of a team, inspiring fresh ideas and playing a key role in devising menus. You must have experience of working under pressure in a busy, high-end restaurant and be accomplished at preparing and presenting dishes using fresh local, high-quality ingredients. This is a full-time position (45 hours per week). You will be working on rota basis, 5 days out of 7. You must be available to work evenings and weekends.About YouExperience of cooking fresh dishes in a 2AA Rosette restaurantPassion and creative flair, Eager to learn and developExcellent communication skills with colleagues and guestsAbility to remain calm and focused on quality during busy serviceExperience in leading a section, strong team playerYou will bring fresh ideas and experienceWhy Join our TeamA privately owned, independent hotel we have the opportunity to focus on what we do best - creating memorable moments for our guests and taking care of our staff as one big team. We are all exceptionally proud to work here and of the work that we do. Would you like to join a great team and feel the same?What We OfferEmployee Assistance Programme (Hospitality Action)Free meals whilst on dutyPaid breaksAn extra day of leave on your birthdayComplimentary membership of The Health & Fitness ClubDiscounted membership of The Health & Fitness Club for your partner50% food discount within our 2 AA Rosette Squires Restaurant & Roxana Bar20% discount on treatments and spa days at The Spa at Bedford Lodge HotelDiscounted accommodation ratesDiscounted hotel stays across the Pride of Britain hotel groupOption to purchase wine at cost priceLong service awardsReward and recognition schemeGenerous 'Refer a Friend' schemePension schemeIndustry relevant training