Banqueting Chef de Partie at RBH… · Guildford

JOIN US At Wotton House, we make every guest and team member feel part of our story – like anything is possible. Our space is your space, and we redefine what it means to offer bespoke experiences. Our experiences are crafted exclusively for you. We offer friendly, welcoming and authentic service that is personal to everyone, with little touches that make all guests and staff feel wanted. We make people feel special. They deserve to be here. The answer is yes, what is the question? We are architects of innovation; a little bit quirky and eccentric with a can-do attitude that helps to craft different and inventive experiences for all our guests. Wotton House is steeped in history and natural wonder, and we want everyone who visits to explore our story and become part of it. Botanicals are in our fabric and everything we do reflects this. We are aware of our impact on the world around us, and our choices reflect this. We are proud to have a Green Key award, and we work closely with our local community and hyper local suppliers when we can. We are brave and we have a sense of humour – we are the flamingo in a flock of pigeons. Everything we do is Wonderfully Wotton. OUR HOTEL Wotton House is a countryside escape and a space to gather, meet, stay and dine; an experience in itself, steeped in history and natural wonder, bringing people together to create memories. We are architects of innovation with a make it happen attitude. Our space is your space, crafted exclusively for you. It’s Wonderfully Wotton. Wonderfully welcoming, wonderfully Wotton Wonderfully whimsical, wonderfully Wotton Oh, it’s just wonderfully Wotton! The Wotton way – it’s wonderfully Wotton OUR BENEFITS You will have access to a benefits package we believe truly works for our people: Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family An additional day's holiday for your birthday Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave Course Sponsorship 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals) Flexible working arrangements Wagestream – choose how and when you get paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Social and wellness events and activities all year round Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year 4 on 3 off rota pattern- to support a work-life balance! And much much more! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BANQUETING CHEF DE PARTIE AT OUR HOTEL What you'll be doing... Take responsibility for the preparation, cooking and presentation of dishes for our wide range of conferences, weddings, private events and banqueting functions. Deliver consistently high-quality food, whether catering for an intimate celebration or one of our larger events. Work closely with the wider Kitchen and Conference & Events teams to ensure every function is delivered smoothly, efficiently and to the highest standard. Prepare and organise your section ahead of busy events, ensuring everything is ready for service and timings are met. Support senior chefs with the delivery of event menus, contributing ideas and helping maintain consistency across every plate. Confidently manage multiple priorities during busy periods while maintaining attention to detail, presentation and quality. Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team, sharing your knowledge and helping to create a positive and collaborative working environment. Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety at all times, ensuring all relevant procedures are followed. Assist with stock management, portion control and minimising food waste, helping the Kitchen operate efficiently and sustainably. Be flexible in supporting other areas of the Kitchen when required, working together as one team to deliver an exceptional guest experience. WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie, or an experienced Demi Chef de Partie ready to take the next step. Experience within banqueting, events, hotels or high-volume catering would be highly advantageous. A strong understanding of food preparation, cooking techniques, presentation and kitchen organisation. The confidence to take ownership of your section and deliver consistently high standards, even when working to tight event timings. Excellent attention to detail and a genuine pride in the food you produce. A good understanding of food hygiene, allergens and health & safety requirements within a professional kitchen. A positive, hands-on approach and the ability to remain calm and organised during busy services. A team-focused attitude, with the confidence to support and guide more junior chefs. Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, in line with our events calendar. Most importantly, a passion for creating memorable experiences through great food and a desire to be part of a Kitchen team that makes things happen. Live in opportunity available! EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact charlotte.power@wottonhousehotel.co.uk. #RBHIND