Chef de Partie

Wilson Vale; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering firm in the City of London seeks a dedicated kitchen team member to oversee food preparation and service in a vibrant staff restaurant. With hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, this full-time role offers an excellent work-life balance. Candidates should have a passion for cooking, a commitment to high standards of hygiene, and the ability to work collaboratively. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Craft career development training

Paid bespoke training

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits scheme

Birthday off after 1 year

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Ability to maintain food quality and consistency.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of kitchen section and operations.
• Prepare and present diverse dishes to clients.
• Monitor stock levels and control waste.

Skills

High standard presentation of dishes

Excellent kitchen hygiene

Training and supervising team members

Creative menu development

Understanding food safety regulations

Job description

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your section, including setup, preparation, cooking, service, and breakdown
• Prepare and present dishes to a high standard, ensuring consistency, correct portioning, and recipe compliance
• Maintain excellent kitchen hygiene and adhere to all Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations (HACCP, COSHH), including temperature checks
• Monitor stock levels, rotate ingredients, control waste, and support cost‑effective food production
• Train, guide, and supervise Commis Chefs or junior team members, working collaboratively within the brigade
• Support menu development and contribute creative ideas for daily service and hospitality events
• Ensure food meets client and customer expectations, adapting to various service styles including buffet, bistro, and fine dining

Wilson Vale is an established, quality‑led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools, and at conference venues with the same high‑end ethos throughout. We are looking for a positive, honest, and reliable employee to join our friendly and hardworking team. We can offer good training and prospects within our team for the right candidate.

Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams – everyone at has a voice.

The kitchen operates Monday to Friday, with working hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, offering an excellent work‑life balance. This is a permanent, full‑time position (40 hours per week) based in a vibrant staff restaurant environment. Occasional overtime may be required to support fine dining and hospitality events. The role involves catering for approximately 150 covers per day, delivering a buffet breakfast with hot and cold options, deli sandwiches, bistro‑style lunches, and a fresh salad bar. Our kitchen team of six enjoys full autonomy to craft expressive, seasonal menus made entirely from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients. We take pride in creativity, quality, and a genuine passion for great food.

Benefits

• Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering – we are strong believers in work‑life balance
• Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
• Craft Works – Free craft‑focused career development training programme
• Paid training bespoke to you
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – your wellbeing is very important to us
• Online employee benefits scheme – monetary savings on everyday items!
• Your birthday off every year after 1 year’s service.
• Enhanced Maternity Pay