Chef de Partie

Ottolenghi Bicester Village; Bicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottolenghi, a well-respected group of restaurants and delis, is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie for its Bicester Village location. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to manage your kitchen section, contribute to menu development, and grow within a vibrant culinary environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in fast-paced kitchens and possess a strong commitment to food quality and safety.

Benefits

Chef’s uniform

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Health benefits package

28 days holiday and pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Monthly cooking demos and workshops

Inclusive and positive workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent food safety and sanitation standards knowledge.
• Strong ability to communicate and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the kitchen section, ensuring high standards.
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in menu planning.
• Maintain quality and consistency in food preparation.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Motivational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Ottolenghi is a renowned group of restaurants and delis known for its vibrant, creative dishes and exceptional hospitality. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join us at our beautiful Bicester Village venue on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your section in a friendly kitchen, contribute to menu development, and help deliver the Ottolenghi experience.

As a Chef de Partie at Ottolenghi Bicester Village, 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:

• 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!