Chef De Partie

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Chef De Partie!

At ARC we embrace diversity, we develop our people, we care for our visitors, we think about our impact and we are proud of our sport.

Who is Doncaster Racecourse and the Hilton Garden Inn?

Home to the world’s oldest classic horse race, the St. Leger, Doncaster Racecourse is a unique multipurpose venue welcoming over 500,000 guests to over 35 fixtures each year and a full events calendar hosting events such as Weddings, Conferences, Boxing, Summer Crafting, Classic Car Show, Antiques Fayres and lots more. 

If that’s not enough, we also have on-site The Hilton Garden Inn boasting 154 bedrooms, 2 conference and exhibition suites, a banqueting site, Restaurant and Bar. This is a popular addition to many racegoers and the perfect facility for guests visiting Doncaster on both leisure and business. Part of a multinational hotel chain of over 500 hotels with a reputation that proceeds it, the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel ticks all the boxes. 

About the role:

The Chef de Partie, will work closely with the Head Chef to help effectively run the kitchen within the different restaurants to deliver an excellent Guest and customer experience. A Chef de Partie will ensure that the preparation of the food is of a high standard and complies with food and safety regulations. A Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls.

Responsibilities for the successful Chef De Partie include (but not limited to):

• Ensure all food preparation meets standards.
• To aid the Head Chef in implementing all new menus.
• Supervise staff when required.
• To ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen operation.
• To participate in the monthly stocktake at your Line Managers request, to action any discrepancies immediately.
• Attend all Health and Safety Training as directed by designated Line Manager.
• Prepare and present high-quality food.
• Assist Head Chef/Sous Chef in the training of all staff in compliance of company procedures.
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination.
• Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Be environmentally aware

The person we are looking for as a Chef De Partie has….

• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 3 food preparation (or equivalent)
• Food Safety Certificate (or equivalent)
• Previous experience within a branded hotel is a distinct advantage
• Strong communication skills – able to communicate at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work to strict pressured deadlines.

Work Perks of being a Chef De Partie with us at ARC…

• 2 Annual Members passes, giving access to over 1500 racedays
• Hotel Discounts and Complimentary Golf
• Annual leave starting at 22 days increasing up to 28 in line with length of service
• Pension & Group life assurance schemes
• Healthshield – including 24hr GP & EAP

…and so much more!

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today!

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences.  We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.