Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotel; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in London is seeking a Chef de Partie to join their Michelin-starred restaurant team. The ideal candidate has previous experience in fine dining and strong culinary skills. You will lead junior team members and ensure high standards in food preparation and presentation. This position offers benefits such as a competitive salary package, bonus, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

£44,500 package

Bonus up to 5% of salary

Excellent training and career development

20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons hotels

Free meals while on duty

Holiday entitlement increases with service

Free life insurance while on duty

Season ticket loan

Free uniform dry cleaning

Employee recognition programmes

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a Michelin-starred or fine dining environment.
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for excellence and innovation.
• Ability to lead and inspire others while working as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for your section, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards.
• Lead and guide junior team members, providing training and support.
• Maintain exceptional levels of cleanliness, organisation and food safety.
• Collaborate with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

Surrounded by the capital’s greenery and most coveted shopping streets, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane seamlessly balances award-winning design with the city’s high notes. Take in views of Hyde Park from sun-drenched rooms and our rooftop spa, enjoy a leisurely meal on our one-of-a-kind al fresco terrace, then stroll to explore London’s famous sights.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our Michelin-starred Pavyllon team.

About the restaurant and chef

Chef Alléno is one of France’s most acclaimed and innovative chefs with 17 Michelin stars across his nineteen restaurants. He has featured in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, reaching up to 25th for Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc in Courchevel and Pavillon Ledoyen in Paris. Our restaurant is contemporary and creative while embodying Chef Alléno’s philosophy of Modern French cuisine. Our dishes are rooted in French gastronomy and techniques while the chef takes inspiration from London and British produce to deliver a truly modern dining experience.

What you will do

• Take full responsibility for your section, ensuring dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards
• Lead and guide junior team members, providing training and support
• Maintain exceptional levels of cleanliness, organisation and food safety
• Collaborate with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Contribute ideas for menu development and seasonal specials

What you bring

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a Michelin-starred or fine dining environment
• Strong culinary skills with a passion for excellence and innovation
• Ability to lead and inspire others while working as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A positive attitude and flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• The Right to Work in the UK

Benefits

• £44,500 package made up of F&B Service charge and salary.
• Up to 5% of your salary per annum as a bonus.
• Excellent Training and Career Development opportunities
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotels or Resorts around the world with years of service.
• Free meals at Zest while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and ice cream available throughout the day
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off
• Free Life Insurance while on duty.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential
• Season Ticket Loan & cycle to work scheme
• Free Uniform dry cleaning available
• Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream – a salary advance benefit
• Employee Recognition Programmes
• And many, many more surprises to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!