Chef de Partie - Boutique Coastal Hotel and Restaurant - East Sussex

Chef de Partie - Boutique Coastal Hotel and Restaurant - East Sussex

Accommodation available - 5-minute walk from work

We are recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join a beautiful boutique hotel and restaurant on the East Sussex coast.

This is a great opportunity for a chef who wants to cook proper food, work with quality produce, and be part of a kitchen with a clear food identity.

The restaurant has a French-inspired style, with menus built around classic technique, seasonal ingredients, local produce, seafood, sharing dishes, daily specials, and comforting dishes done properly.

You will be joining a relaxed coastal business with a strong hospitality feel, a loyal guest base, and a team that cares about food, people, and place.

For someone open to relocating, accommodation is available just a 5-minute walk from work.

Why this role?

Cook seasonal, ingredient-led food with real substanceWork in a boutique coastal hotel and restaurant settingBe part of a kitchen that values quality, consistency, and calm serviceLearn from an experienced senior teamEscape the city pace without stepping away from serious cookingAccommodation available just a 5-minute walk from workLive and work by the coast

What you will be doing

Running your section with confidence and consistencyPreparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishesWorking with local produce, seafood, and classic European flavoursSupporting prep, service, stock control, and kitchen organisationKeeping your section clean, sharp, and ready for serviceWorking closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen teamHelping maintain high standards across every plate

What we are looking for

Experience as a Chef de Partie, or a strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to step upA good foundation in fresh food kitchensInterest in French, British, or European-style cookingCalmness under pressurePride in prep, organisation, and presentationA team-focused attitudeSomeone who wants to grow in a quality food-led environment

The location

You will be based in a coastal village in East Sussex, close to Rye and just moments from a wide sandy beach.

It is ideal for someone who wants a different pace of life, fresh air, open space all while still being part of a serious food operation.

The offer

£37,000 - £40,000Boutique hotel and restaurant environmentSeasonal French-inspired foodAccommodation (cost) available just a 5-minute walk from workCoastal location in East SussexSupportive senior teamStrong opportunity to develop

Interested? Apply today