Chef de Partie

Bolney Wine Estate are seeking a Chef de Partie or Cafe Chef to join their busy and expanding team, the team is growing due to the opening of a new café and restaurant on site. Your primary responsibility will be to support the Head Chef or Sous Chef. This is a great opportunity to be part of an excellent kitchen team producing loved fresh food dishes and an opportunity to really contribute towards elevating the new Cafe.

As the team go through this exciting period of growth, it is important that the new Chef de Partie or Cafe Chef is adaptable and innovative as well as having a willingness to embrace change. We are looking for a well skilled, organised, and self-sufficient Chef de Partie or Cafe Chef who has some knowledge in working in Restaurants and Cafes.

Salary - Competitive

Working Days - Wednesday - Sunday

Hours – 8.30 – 5pm

(you may be requested to work some evenings for special events and functions. As the business grows then hours and days may change but this will be discussed and agreed in advance)

About Bolney Wine Estate:

Bolney Wine Estate is a renowned winery located in Sussex, England. Founded in 1972, it has established itself as a leading producer of high-quality English wines. Situated in a picturesque countryside setting, Bolney Wine Estate benefits from a unique microclimate that contributes to the cultivation of exceptional grape varieties.

The estate is dedicated to the art of winemaking, combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques. Their skilled team of winemakers carefully tends to the vineyards, selects the finest grapes, and employs meticulous methods to produce a diverse range of wines. Bolney Wine Estate also features a charming café and restaurant, offering visitors a delightful culinary experience.

We are dedicated to creating an open and inclusive working environment, and this starts with our recruitment practices. We try to ensure that everybody who is interested in joining our team has equal opportunity and ability to start that journey with us. We intend to have flexible and accessible hiring practices and will make every attempt to adapt to your needs throughout. We welcome any requests for adjustments in our processes.

Requirements

• Having a passion for hospitality and have experience being a Commis or Chef de Partie or Cafe Chef
• A basic understanding of Larder, Dessert, Vegetable, Meat & Fish prep
• Health and safety level 2 or willing to work towards
• Good attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Organisational skills with an ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Work well with a team and independently

Benefits

• Good work-life balance with most evenings off apart from selected event nights