Chef de Partie

Woodhead Restaurant Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality employer in London is seeking Chef de Partie to join their vibrant Michelin-star restaurant team. This full-time entry-level role focuses on delivering high-quality dishes in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should have previous experience as a CDP in a quality restaurant and a passion for culinary excellence.

Benefits

Impactful perks package

Internal training opportunities

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-quality restaurant.
• Passionate about food and eager to learn.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent, high-quality, ingredient-led dishes.
• Work with a talented kitchen team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Friendly disposition

Enthusiastic attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Clear communication

Passion for food

Basic wine and beverage knowledge

Previous experience as a CDP

Job description

Portland is a vibrant, one Michelin star restaurant serving high‑quality, ingredient‑led food in Fitzrovia. We take a modern approach to hospitality, working with amazing seasonal produce and nurturing an incredibly talented team. We are proud of our reputation as a great employer and want to work with our team members to build fulfilling and rewarding hospitality careers.

The Role

As part of the kitchen team you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of consistent, high‑quality, ingredient‑led dishes. This role will be ideal for those who are looking to develop their career in a top‑quality kitchen and nurturing environment. Our food and drink menus are constantly changing so you’ll constantly be introduced to new ingredients and wines to learn about.

About You

• Friendly, enthusiastic, with a can‑do attitude and a desire to learn
• Really care about providing a fantastic experience for guests
• Work well under pressure and as part of a team
• Have clear communication skills
• Be passionate about food, with a basic understanding of wine and beverages
• Have previous experience as a CDP in a high‑quality restaurant

Above all else we prize a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and people who enjoy and take pride in their work.

Why Woodhead?

At Woodhead Restaurant Group we are proud of our reputation as a leading hospitality employer. In 2025 we were voted one of Code Hospitality's happiest places to work. We treat our employees as individuals, and encourage them to take ownership of our independent sites. With a culture based on honesty, respect and development, we are determined to reward our team for the hard work they put into making our restaurants so brilliant and set our people up for long and successful careers with us. Our internal training is some of the best around and we’ll always work with you towards development and progression. We have a considered and impactful perks package and are dedicated to creating an environment that gets the best out of our people. Our daily briefings are some of the best around (as is our staff food).

About Us

Woodhead Restaurant Group comprises 5 restaurants, all located in London. We started with one restaurant (Portland in 2015) and added a few more into the fold over the last few years, driven by the talent of our teams rather than any grand expansion strategy. The Woodhead Restaurant Group is an equal opportunities employer. Our aim is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us, and to be themselves at work. If you would like to read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy, please ask and we will be happy to share it with you.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality