Chef De Partie

Own Your Section. Perfect Your Craft. Be Proud of Every Plate.

Great kitchens are built on rhythm, trust and people who care deeply about their craft.

As Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section — bringing skill, creativity and consistency to every service. You’ll play a key role in shaping dishes, supporting your teammates, and delivering food that guests genuinely enjoy and remember.

This is a role for a chef who thrives on responsibility, enjoys leading by example, and takes pride in getting the details right.

What You’ll Be Known For

• Cooking with Skill and Care - You’ll prepare and cook high‑quality dishes with confidence and precision, ensuring every plate reflects great flavour, consistency and attention to detail.
• Owning Your Section - Your section is your domain. You’ll manage it calmly and efficiently, keeping service smooth and standards high — even when the pace picks up.
• Leading from the Bench - You’ll guide and support junior team members, sharing your knowledge, building their confidence and helping them grow as chefs.
• Setting the Standard for Cleanliness - You’ll maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workspace, leading by example and helping create a safe, professional kitchen environment.
• Delivering Presentation with Pride - You’ll ensure every dish leaves the kitchen looking as good as it tastes — because you know presentation is part of the experience.
• Working Safely and Confidently - You’ll follow all health and safety standards, helping protect your team, your guests and the quality of the food you serve.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking

This Role Is Perfect For You If…

• You take pride in cooking to a high standard
• You enjoy responsibility and owning your section
• You like supporting and developing junior chefs
• You thrive in a fast‑paced, professional kitchen

Hotel

The Holiday Inn® Oxford hotel is ideally situated just off the A34, a mere three miles from Oxford town centre. Guests can enjoy the convenience of free parking and a short walk to the Pear Tree Park & Ride bus service, offering a quick 10-minute journey into the City Centre.

For those wishing to explore further, Oxford Parkway train station is only a five-minute drive away, providing easy access to London. Additionally, the designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park is within easy reach.

Many of the University of Oxford’s historic buildings, such as the Radcliffe Camera and Christopher Wren’s Tom Tower, as well as the Ashmolean Museum, are within walking distance of the hotel. Guests can also take a short 10-minute drive to visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill at the Baroque Blenheim Palace

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.