Chef De Partie

Position Title: Chef De Partie

Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum dependent upon experience + Benefits

Hours: Full time 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7 to include weekends and bank holidays

Based at Ampleforth Abbey YO62 4EN

Closing date: Friday 17th July (may close sooner depending on volume of applicants)

Benefits

Up to 8% employer-matched pension
Life assurance
Free lunch during working hours
Free on-site parking
20% discount at the Tea room and Abbey Shop
Cycle to Work Scheme
Christmas Closure
Historic Houses and Yorkshire Great Houses, Castles and Gardens passes to borrow
Employee Assistance programme
Retail savings platform
50% discount on fitness suite, swimming and other activities at St Albans Centre
About Ampleforth Abbey

Ampleforth Abbey is home to the UK’s largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict. Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.

Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.

Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the Monastic Community to support this mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.

The Chef de Parti supports the Head Chef in the daily operation of Ampleforth Abbey kitchens including the tearoom and main Monastery, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality, freshly prepared food. This role combines strong culinary skills with leadership responsibilities, while respecting the calm, reflective, and historic nature of the Monastic environment. The Chef de Parti plays a key role in maintaining excellent standards of food quality, hygiene, and efficiency, helping to create a welcoming and memorable experience for all visitors. 

If you enjoy working in a friendly peaceful atmosphere, meeting new people, being part of a hardworking team Ampleforth Abbey is perfect for you!

Main Responsibilities but not limited to:-

Assist the Head Chef & Executive Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchens  
Prepare, cook, and present food to a high standard, in line with the Tearoom menu and Monastery menus  
Ensure smooth service during busy periods, maintaining consistency and quality
Contribute to menu development 
Ensure all food is prepared using fresh ingredients and presented attractively  
Maintain portion control and minimise waste stock & kitchen management  
Assist with stock control, ordering, and maintain good supplier relationships
Ensure proper storage, rotation, and labelling of ingredients
Support cost control and efficient use of resources  
Standards & Compliance  

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation  
Ensure compliance with all food safety, health and safety, and environmental regulations  
Keep accurate records (e.g. temperature logs, cleaning schedules)  
Person Specification  

Essential:  

Previous experience as a Chef de Partie  
Solid knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations 
Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 minimum;)  
Allergens awareness 
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks  
Strong communication and team leadership skills  
Desirable:  

Experience with working in a canteen, residential housing, college/school or contract catering.  
Batch cooking for up to 150 people 
Interest in seasonal, locally sourced, or traditional British cuisine
Experience working with volunteers or within a heritage or faith-based setting 
Personal Qualities  

Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure  
Respectful of the Abbey’s spiritual and historic environment
Positive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail  
Ability to work in a quiet, reflective setting while maintaining efficiency  
Flexible and supportive team player  
Own transport essential due to rural location 
Working Conditions

40 hours per week, including weekends, bank holidays, and peak seasons
Fast-paced kitchen during busy visitor periods
Standing for long periods and manual handling required
Ampleforth Abbey Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Interested?  If you feel that you possess the relevant skills and experience, then please submit your cv.

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