A Fantastic Opportunity to Take the Next Step in Your Culinary Career
We’re looking for a Demi Chef de Partie with passion, drive, and a great attitude to join our award-winning kitchen team at Appleby Manor – a luxury hotel set in the stunning Eden Valley. Whether you’re an experienced Commis Chef ready to step up or a Demi Chef de Partie looking to grow in a supportive, professional environment – this is your chance.
You’ll be working under a Head Chef who’s committed to mentoring and developing emerging talent. If you’re eager to learn, take pride in your work, and want to cook top-quality food in a well-equipped kitchen, read on.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing a wide range of dishes and garnishes to a high standard for our fine dining restaurant and bistro style menus
• Learning and replicating dishes to the standards set by the Head Chef
• Gaining hands-on experience using modern kitchen equipment (plancha, sous vide, induction)
• Taking responsibility for mise en place and section cleanliness
• Supporting the team in delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests

At this stage in your career, we don’t expect perfection – but we do expect the right mindset: a willingness to learn, improve, and contribute to the team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef de Partie in a quality kitchen
• Excellent knife skills and a genuine interest in cooking
• A proactive attitude and desire to grow your skills
• A team player who thrives in a busy, professional kitchen
• Someone who takes pride in delivering quality food consistently

What We Offer:Great Pay & Tips

• Salary up to £27,000 (depending on experience)
• Equal share of staff tips/service charge

• Preparing a wide range of dishes and garnishes to a high standard for our fine dining restaurant and bistro style menus
• Learning and replicating dishes to the standards set by the Head Chef
• Gaining hands-on experience using modern kitchen equipment (plancha, sous vide, induction)
• Taking responsibility for mise en place and section cleanliness
• Supporting the team in delivering memorable dining experiences for our guest