Chef de Partie Day Time Hours Only

Chef de Partie DBS Needed Day Time Hours £32,000 + Benefits Kirkby Lonsdale Benefits:

• Daytime hours only
• Weekends off available
• Positive working environment
• Fresh food kitchen using quality ingredients
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious venue
• Regular services throughout the day with occasional events
• Work life balance
• Supportive and professional kitchen team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Chef de Partie to join a prestigious fresh food venue in the Kirkby Lonsdale area. This permanent role would suit a chef who enjoys working with quality ingredients, delivering consistent standards and being part of a professional kitchen that offers daytime hours and a strong work life balance.

The food offering is focused on fresh, well executed British dishes with international influences, served across regular daytime services with occasional events. This would be a great opportunity for a Senior Chef de Partie with hotel, multi outlet, events or quality fresh food experience who is confident taking ownership of a section and supporting a smooth kitchen operation.

An Enhanced DBS certificate is required for this role. Applicants who already hold a valid Enhanced DBS would be preferred, although chefs who are prepared to complete one as part of the recruitment process will also be considered.

This position does not include accommodation, so you must be able to reliably commute.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as this role does not offer sponsorship.

Senior Chef de Partie Ideal Profile:

• Experience working as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie in a professional fresh food kitchen
• Background in hotels, multi outlet kitchens, events or quality food led venues would be beneficial
• Valid Enhanced DBS preferred, or willingness to complete one for the role
• Confident preparing fresh British dishes with international influences
• Able to take ownership of a section and maintain consistent standards
• Strong attention to detail across preparation, cooking, presentation and portion control
• Focused on high standards of hygiene, food safety and allergen awareness
• Calm, reliable and organised during busy daytime services
• Positive attitude with a professional and flexible approach

Senior Chef de Partie Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook fresh, high quality dishes for regular daytime services
• Support a strong British food offering with international dishes incorporated
• Run and organise a designated kitchen section efficiently
• Assist with occasional events where required
• Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across every service
• Follow agreed menus, recipes and dietary requirements
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen
• Adhere strictly to food hygiene, allergen and safety regulations
• Work closely with the wider kitchen and venue team to ensure service runs smoothly
• Support stock rotation, preparation planning and basic kitchen administration when required
• Bring a reliable, professional and positive approach to every shift