Chef de Partie

Ottolenghi Limited.; Epsom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottolenghi is opening a new restaurant in Richmond and seeks a passionate Chef de Partie. In this role, you'll manage your section, collaborate on menu development, and create exceptional dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Offering daytime shifts and a supportive work environment, this opportunity promises personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Daytime shifts only

Chef’s uniform

Enhanced family-related pays after 2 years

Health benefits package

28 days holiday and pension scheme

Excellent training plan and opportunities for development

Refer a friend scheme

Monthly cooking demos and workshops

Positive and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your section, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standard.
• Support menu planning and development with Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Maintain focus on quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Food safety standards

Team player

Communication

Motivation

Job description

Ottolenghi is a renowned group of restaurants and delis known for its vibrant, creative dishes and exceptional hospitality. As we approach a new opening in Richmond, we’re looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your section in a brand-new kitchen, contribute to menu development, and help deliver the Ottolenghi experience.

As a Chef de Partie at Ottolenghi Richmond, you will take charge of your section in the kitchen, ensuring every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard. You’ll be working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the development of creative menus. This role requires a strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and grow within Ottolenghi.

The Ideal Chef de Partie will:

• Take ownership of your section, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standard
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in menu planning and development
• Have excellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Be a strong team player, with the ability to communicate and motivate others
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, maintaining focus on quality and consistency
• Have experience in a similar role, ideally within a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen

What’s in it for you:

• Day time shifts only
• Chef’s uniform
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service
• Health benefits package
• 28 days holiday and pension scheme
• Excellent training plan and opportunities for development
• Refer a friend scheme, £500 each
• Monthly cooking demos, food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A positive and inclusive workplace with opportunities for internal progression and growth

We’d love to hear from you if you’re a passionate Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a brand-new venture in the heart of Richmond. Join us at Ottolenghi and help create something special!