Chef de Partie

At Champneys, we are a prestigious luxury brand where wellbeing sits at the heart of everything we do. Our food offering is central to the guest journey,combining nutrition, flavour and presentation to create dishes that support both health and indulgence.

Our kitchens are creative, forward thinking environments, made up of passionate chefs who are eager to learn, develop and continually raise standards. We are proud to invest in our people and to support long term culinary careers within the Champneys brand.

As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section while working closely with the senior kitchen team to develop your technical skills, leadership capability and understanding of wellness focused cuisine. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior chefs, broaden your nutritional knowledge and progress your career within a luxury hospitality setting.

Your role will include:

• Preparing and presenting dishes to the highest Champneys standards, with consistency, creativity and attention to detail
• Taking responsibility for your section, supporting and coaching Commis Chefs in their development
• Working closely with senior chefs to continually improve standards, skills and kitchen performance
• Developing a strong understanding of dietary requirements, allergens and ingredients
• Building detailed knowledge of the nutritional value and wellness focus of our menus
• Maintaining an immaculate, well organised and hygienic working environment
• Communicating effectively with the kitchen, Front of House and wider resort teams
• Supporting cost control through responsible stock use and budget awareness, escalating issues to the Head Chef where appropriate
• Supporting Front of House colleagues with menu knowledge and guest interaction
• Confidently responding to food related guest queries, contributing to an exceptional guest experience

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Chef de Partie who is looking to grow within a supportive, high quality kitchen, gain experience in wellness led food, and progress their career within a respected luxury brand.

Why work at Champneys?

Champneys is a name synonymous with health, wellbeing and luxury, with a heritage dating back to 1925. Our success as a brand is built on employing, developing and retaining people who care deeply about quality, guests and each other.

Working at Champneys means being part of a supportive, inclusive and people focused culture, where learning and development are genuinely encouraged and careers are built, not just jobs filled.

We offer:

• A strong focus on personal and professional development , with opportunities to learn from experienced leaders and grow your career within a respected luxury brand
• Exposure to wellness led cuisine , nutrition and dietary knowledge that sets Champneys apart from traditional hospitality kitchens
• A collaborative environment , where teamwork, respect and shared standards are valued across departments
• The opportunity to work within iconic hotels and resorts, delivering exceptional experiences in calm, inspiring surroundings
• A culture that promotes wellbeing , balance and pride in what we do, aligned to Champneys’ values and purpose
• Clear progression opportunities across our resorts for those who demonstrate potential, commitment and passion

At Champneys, we look for people who think creatively, care instinctively, and take pride in delivering an exceptional guest experience, and in return, we invest in their growth and future.

Being the iconic wellbeing brand that we are you should expect benefits that match our simple vision; to make you feel happier and healthier inside and out.

Not only will you work in great company you will also have access to the following:

• Health, Wellness and Wellbeing incentives
• Digital fitness programmes
• Nutrition guides and recipes
• Self-Guided meditation
• Champneys experiences (such an overnight stay or an ultimate spa day experience)
• App for all schedules, timesheets, annual leave and all the important things you need at your fingertips.
• In house social media connecting our Champneys Family
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling sessions and legal advice if required, other perks such as shopping discounts and financial support to list a few benefits.
• Motivating, rewarding and engaging colleague events.
• Discounted stays for you, your friends and family at any of our properties.
• Complimentary Spa Day on completion of your probationary period.
• 50% discount on all Champneys products.
• Great discounts on our partner products Elemis and Clarins.
• Discounted membership to our exceptional health clubs.
• Merlin Entertainments Attraction.
• Introduce a friend incentive.
• Long Service celebrations.
• Free parking (Eastwell Manor, Forest Mere, Henlow, Motram Hall, Springs, Tring and the College only).

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