Chef de Partie

Job Description

Job Title: Chef de Partie
Reporting to: Sous Chef / Head Chef
Location: Central London (Mayfair)
Contract Type: Fixed-term Contract - 6 months (with the possibility of a permanent role)
Salary: 30000 - 33000 per annum bonus

About the Client

Our client is reopening a long-established family-run restaurant in the heart of Mayfair after nearly two decades under the same ownership.
The relaunch introduces a refreshed vision a brand-new kitchen team and a strong focus on food quality presentation and calm professional service.
The restaurant offers Lebanese-inspired tapas in a relaxed café-style setting with a Parisian-style terrace and a high-profile international guest base.
While the location is prestigious the working environment is structured supportive and quality-driven rather than rushed or chaotic.

Job Specification

As Chef de Partie you will be an integral part of the reopening kitchen team responsible for running your section efficiently and to a high standard.
You will help establish kitchen routines from day one and work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver consistently well-presented food.
The role involves one main busy period each day with an emphasis on organisation consistency and professionalism rather than speed for its own sake.

Key Responsibilities

• Run and manage your section during service ensuring consistency and quality
• Support the reopening of the kitchen and help establish daily routines and standards
• Maintain excellent food hygiene cleanliness and safety standards at all times
• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to deliver smooth controlled service
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house teams to support a positive guest experience
• Contribute to a calm professional and supportive kitchen environment
• Be open to feedback and actively contribute to continuous improvement

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie
• Ability to work calmly and reliably during service
• Strong attention to food quality presentation and consistency
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Willingness to learn take feedback and develop within the role

Desirable

• Experience with tapas small plates or Mediterranean / Middle Eastern cuisine
• Experience working in busy or tourist-focused hospitality environments

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene (or willingness to obtain)
• Relevant culinary training or professional kitchen experience

Training Bonus & Progression

• Full training provided as part of the reopening phase
• Performance-related bonus linked to service quality and customer satisfaction
• Clear progression opportunities with strong performers able to progress from Chef de Partie to Sous Chef as the business grows

Working Pattern

• Operating hours: 10:30am - 11:00pm
• Typical shifts:
  • Opening: 08:30am - 5:00pm
  • Closing: 4:30pm - 11:30pm
  • Double shifts may be available

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