Chef De Partie (CDP)

Dragonfly Hotel, Bury St Edmunds is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Chef De Partie (CDP) to join our kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual who enjoys taking pride in their work whilst maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and customer service. As a CDP you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, helping to ensure our guests receive a memorable dining experience that keeps them coming back.

What You'll Be Doing as our CDP: As part of our kitchen team, you will: Prepare, cook, and present food to Company standards. Support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen operation. Ensure food is produced and served efficiently during service periods. Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, food handling, and cleanliness.

Complete all kitchen checks and documentation accurately and on time. Assist with stock control, stock rotation, and minimising food waste. Help control costs through effective use of ingredients and resources. Work closely with colleagues to ensure an excellent guest experience. Follow all Company procedures relating to Health & Safety, Food Safety, COSHH, and Fire Safety.

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Report any hazards, maintenance concerns, or incidents promptly.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is passionate about hospitality and enjoys working as part of a team. You'll ideally have: At least 2 years' experience within a hotel, restaurant, or catering environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Superb customer service and teamwork skills. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Excellent timekeeping and reliability. The ability to remain calm and organised during busy periods. A good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices. A proactive and positive attitude towards work.

What we offer

Flexible working hours- rotas do include weekends and evening service, rarely an early start though! Inclusion in Tronc scheme (Tips) Retail & Supermarket Discounts Discounted meals & stays across all of the groups hotels around the UK- up to 50% off! A development programme to continue your rise to becoming a “Hospitality Superstar”- We love to promote from within our teams - including apprenticeships, accredited and professional training.

Bike to work and Bus Fare Discount Scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme – helping our hospitality team through any difficult times, totally free & confidential, 24/7 Stream – access your wages as you earn them, or save as you earn too! As a Company within Flying Trade Group's family of businesses we own and run 15 hotels and bars throughout East Anglia and Surrey.

We're a diverse and dynamic Group, come join us!