Chef de Partie

benugo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch on shift

50% discount on food and drinks

Life Assurance

Career development

Employee discounts

Mental Health Support

Job summary

Benugo is recruiting a Chef de Partie for Nomura in London. You will join a busy corporate kitchen delivering high-quality, internationally inspired dishes to employees and guests. You will work under the Head Chef and Sous Chef, ensuring consistency, efficiency and excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers opportunities to develop skills through the Benugo Chef Academy, working with a diverse range of cuisines and a collaborative kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a busy, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills with a focus on fresh, international cuisine.
• Good knowledge of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet service deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes across international cuisines.
• Manage your section to ensure timely service.
• Support daily food production for a high-volume operation.
• Maintain consistency in quality, presentation and portion control.
• Follow recipes, prep schedules and kitchen standards.
• Ensure HACCP, hygiene and health & safety compliance.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

High-volume kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Job description

When we founded Benugo 28 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Company Description

When we founded Benugo 28 years ago we had a vision of not just creating superb, natural food but of giving London something that was a real experience.

This vision is still true today. The Benugo brand stretches from our own award-winning high street stores to cafes and restaurants within some of the world’s best loved public spaces and visitor attraction.

Find out more about us at www.benugo.com

Job Description

Chef de Partie – Benugo at Nomura

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our team at Nomura, London.

About Our Site

Based at Nomura's London headquarters, we operate a busy, high-volume corporate catering service, providing freshly prepared, high-quality food to employees and guests.

Our kitchen offers a diverse range of international cuisines, with daily changing menus, live cooking stations, a deli counter and hospitality services. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent food, consistency and efficient service in a fast-paced, professional environment.

About the Chef de Partie Role

As a Chef de Partie, you will play an important role in the daily kitchen operation, working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to maintain our high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes across a variety of international cuisines.

• Manage your section efficiently, ensuring food is ready for service on time.

• Support daily food production for a busy, high-volume catering operation.

• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation and portion control.

• Follow recipes, preparation schedules and kitchen standards.

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food hygiene and health & safety regulations.

• Maintain accurate food labelling, stock rotation and temperature records.

• Minimise food waste and support effective food cost control.

• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily service.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy, high-volume kitchen.

• Has strong culinary skills and a passion for fresh food and international cuisine.

• Is organised, reliable and confident working under pressure.

• Has good knowledge of food safety, allergens and kitchen hygiene.

• Can work independently while supporting the wider team.

• Brings a positive attitude, flexibility and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• A professional and supportive kitchen environment.

• Opportunities for career development and progression.

• Access to culinary training through the Benugo Chef Academy.

• The opportunity to work with a diverse range of cuisines and develop new skills.

If you are passionate about food, take pride in your work and enjoy being part of a busy, professional kitchen, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Information

Benugo has built a culture of inclusivity & progression for all employees. Not only have we retained our family-feel culture, but we also offer a range of benefits including:

• Free lunch on shift
• Endless tea and coffee on shift
• 50% discount on food and soft drinks in all our locations, plus free tea & coffee on your days off too!
• Competitive rate
• Life Assurance
• Opportunity to develop and further your career within a fast growing an exciting company with a very prestigious list of clients
• Employee discounts at several retailers (via Hapi app) & fitness providers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & our trained Mental Health First Aiders