Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie - Creamery Restaurant

£31,000 per annum plus generous tronc and fantastic benefits

45 hours over 5 days, including weekends and some evenings

Based at Castle Cary Train Station

Staff Accommodation Available

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Your role

As a member of our culinary team you must share our passion for food, feel inspired by seasons and have a connection with the land, eager to seize what our Estate has to offer. As Chef De Partie you will have a real passion for creating amazing food with stunning produce. They are key players in the kitchen supporting the senior team members and teaching the junior chefs The Newt can offer opportunities to grow as a cook, developing skillsets, whilst also having roles that may suit an experienced hand looking to refine themselves. You will be happy to work as part of a team and be passionate about hospitality. We are looking for like minded driven cooks who want to create amazing food from stunning produce.

What we can offer

• A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
• Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes
• Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% of Spa Treatments.
• Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.
• Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.
• Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan
• Complimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefs
• We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve a variety of amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay.
• Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family
• A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including monthly Gather and Grow Motivational Speakers and our regular fun squad events, which include activities such as Go-Karting and Wine Tasting, to name but a few.
• Access your earnings at anytime with Wagestream, with access to nationwide brand discounts
• Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time team

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining high standards of work as directed by kitchen lead
• Being flexible, creative, driven
• Prepare dishes to a high standard
• Maintain and monitor food safety and hygiene
• Work well in a team
• Manage your own time and stay motivated
• Being customer led and focused , ensuring our guests enjoy amazing experiences
• Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen and high standards of food safety
• Supporting senior kitchen team members
• Fully engaging in the estate and all its offering

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a similar operation desirable
• Ability to work under pressure in the public eye
• Confidence in talking to others
• Good attention to detail
• Great time management and self-motivated
• Passion for food, beverage, and luxury hospitality

Where you'll be working - The Creamery

The Creamery Restaurant welcomes visitors to this part of Somerset, and wave passengers off on journeys around the UK. With a big nod to the golden age of travel, the café serves a perfectly executed small menu, of brasserie classics that shine a light on the craftmanship of the Newts Butchers, Cheesemakers Bakers and Growers. Leaning on classic cooking methods expect quintessential dishes with a Newt in Somerset focus.

Who are we - The Newt in Somerset

Nestled within an expanse of rolling fields and steeped in ancient history, our luxury country estate stands as a haven of refined elegance, inviting guests to explore acres of captivating gardens, meandering pathways, and enriching exhibitions - accessible 364 days a year for our members. Our hotel extends a warm welcome, offering a home-away-from-home experience where impeccable service flourishes in an ambiance of unassuming sophistication. Beyond the estate, the Newt's essence remains tangible, with our Ecommerce teams delivering our finest products to homes, while media and membership endeavours keep them informed of our latest developments. Behind the scenes, a tapestry of talented teams - from Housekeeping to HR, Finance to Farming - collaborates harmoniously, crafting an unforgettable journey of growth, development, and innovation, where every contribution creates unparalleled experiences.