Chef de Partie

Hired-Hospitality; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant group in East London is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their team. You will run your own section, contribute to menu development, and work with seasonal British ingredients. The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-quality kitchen and thrive under pressure. Competitive salary and a range of benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonus

Career growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Staff dining discounts

Supportive team culture

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a high-quality kitchen.
• Confident in delivering consistent, high-standard dishes.
• Good communication skills in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Run your own section during service, maintaining consistency and presentation.
• Support juniors and help create a collaborative kitchen environment.
• Contribute ideas for menu development aligned with fire-led kitchen ethos.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Cooking with seasonal ingredients

Open-fire cooking techniques

Ability to thrive under pressure

Job description

A bold new restaurant in the heart of Canary Wharf, drawing inspiration from the vibrant streets and grills of Istanbul. Think freshly baked sesame and caraway breads, charcoal-grilled meats and fish, and dishes rooted in Ottoman-era traditions yet reimagined with contemporary flair. With an emphasis on outstanding hospitality, quality produce and a kitchen led by fire and finesse, this is your chance to steer a kitchen where craft meets boldness.

Chef de Partie | East London | Seasonally-Led, Fire-Focused Kitchen

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join the brigade of a vibrant, ingredient-led restaurant in East London. With a strong focus on seasonal British produce and open-fire cooking techniques, we pride ourselves on great flavour, quality, and team spirit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Run your own section during service, maintaining consistency, portion size, timing and presentation.
• Work closely with the Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef to execute the menu aligned with seasonal produce and open-fire cooking methods.
• Assist in prep work, stock rotation and mise-en-place, ensuring your section is well prepared.
• Keep your station clean, organised and compliant with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support juniors (Commis/trainees) and help create a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.
• Contribute ideas and support menu development aligned with our fire‑led kitchen ethos.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a high-quality, fast‑paced kitchen.
• Confident working within a section and delivering consistent, high-standard dishes.
• A genuine love of cooking with seasonal British ingredients and open‑fire techniques.
• Team player who thrives under pressure, with a strong work ethic and ambition to progress.
• Good communication skills and sharp attention to detail in a busy service environment.

Just some of our benefits:

• Competitive salary + performance bonus
• Clear career growth and development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling for better work‑life balance
• Generous staff dining discounts across the group
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Wellbeing initiatives to support you inside and outside work
• Regular rewards, incentives, and team celebrations
• Be part of an ambitious, expanding restaurant group
• Have your ideas heard and make a real impact
• Work in vibrant restaurants that live and breathe hospitality