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 substance
• Work in a boutique coastal hotel and restaurant setting
• Be part of a kitchen that values quality, consistency, and calm service
• Learn from an experienced senior team
• Escape the city pace without stepping away from serious cooking
• Accommodation available just a 5-minute walk from work
• Live and work by the coast

What you will be doing

• Running your section with confidence and consistency
• Preparing and cooking fresh, seasonal dishes
• Working with local produce, seafood, and classic European flavours
• Supporting prep, service, stock control, and kitchen organisation
• Keeping your section clean, sharp, and ready for service
• Working closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team
• Helping 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 up
• A good foundation in fresh food kitchens
• Interest in French, British, or European-style cooking
• Calmness under pressure
• Pride in prep, organisation, and presentation
• A team-focused attitude
• Someone 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 - £40,000
• Boutique hotel and restaurant environment
• Seasonal French-inspired food
• Accommodation (cost) available just a 5-minute walk from work
• Coastal location in East Sussex
• Supportive senior team
• Strong opportunity to develop

Interested? Apply today