Great opportunity to continue your career as a chef in the catering industry. Farington Lodge Hotel is a friendly team of people who work together as a team, delivering great food and service and genuine hospitality.

You will be required to prepare and cook breakfast for up to 50 guests, when on breakfast shift.

If you are on an evening shift, you will be required to prepare starters and desserts from the restaurant and banqueting menu.

This role may include some weekends.

As second chef, you will be required to run the kitchen shift, responsible for food hygiene standards on shift and deliver great food and work as part of a kitchen and hotel team.

As part of a small team, you will have sole responsability on some of the shifts, preparing and producing food, managing food safety and meeting the legislative requirements, dietary requirements,  placing food orders, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.

You will be required to produce food in all areas of the menu.

About the Role

 Full Time (40hours)  kitchen Porter role is needed to keep the kitchen and pots clean. You must be available, mornings, evenings and weekends.

 Purpose of the Role

To contribute to our purpose: “To create meaningful experiences that connect people, places and memory” by supporting the kitchen team through maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment that enables great food and service to be delivered.

Activities Involved in this Role:

• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, including pot wash and dishwashing areas
• Wash and store crockery, cutlery, kitchen equipment and utensils
• Support chefs with basic food preparation when required
• Ensure kitchen floors, surfaces and waste areas are kept clean and safe
• Remove rubbish and recycling in line with hygiene and environmental procedures
• Receive and store deliveries safely and correctly
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
• Support the wider kitchen team during busy service periods

Please download the job role for more information. 

Location: The Old Swan Hotel- Harrogate
Department: Kitchen
Reports To: Head Chef
Employment Type: Full-time

About Us:

We’re proud to be part of Classic Lodges – a collection of characterful hotels across the UK. Each hotel has its own personality, but we’re united by one shared purpose: to create meaningful experiences that connect people, places and memory. If you take pride in your work, value genuine hospitality and want to develop your culinary career in a welcoming team, you’ll feel right at home with us.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. This role offers practical on-the-job training, opportunities for development and the chance to work in a busy, well-respected hotel kitchen producing high-quality seasonal dishes for residents and guests.

Duties

• Prepare and cook dishes to the standards set by the Head Chef, ensuring consistency, presentation and portion control.
• Manage a designated section of the kitchen during service, including mise en place and preparation for service periods.
• Support junior kitchen staff through coaching and supervision to maintain high standards.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in line with hotel procedures and HACCP requirements.
• Monitor stock levels for your section, assist with deliveries and ensure correct storage and rotation of produce.
• Assist with menu planning, specials and portion costing as required by the Head Chef.
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service and excellent guest experiences.
• Report any maintenance or equipment issues to the appropriate department promptly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a professional kitchen at Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie level preferred.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene (or willingness to achieve) and understanding of safe food handling practices.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high culinary and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and remain calm during busy service periods.
• Good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota.

What We’re Looking For:

We recruit for potential as well as experience. Our ideal candidate is committed, takes pride in their work, enjoys working as part of a team and is keen to learn and progress within the kitchen.

What’s in It for You?

• Training and development opportunities, including support to gain formal qualifications.
• Complimentary meals while on duty and staff discounts on food and accommodation.
• Monthly gratuities.
• Company pension.
• Uniform provided.
• 28 days holiday (pro rata) increasing with length of service.
• Employee recognition awards and long service benefits.

Additional Information

• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
• Pay: Competitive and dependent on experience. Live-in accommodation may be available at a live-in wage.
• Expected hours: 40 per week over 5 days (including evenings, weekends and bank holidays).
• Additional pay: Monthly Tips/Gratuities.