Chef de Partie

NOPI; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned dining establishment in the United Kingdom is looking for a talented Chef de Partie to join its team. This position offers a chance to work in a high-quality environment, focusing on seasonal produce and culinary excellence. Responsibilities include running your section, maintaining high standards, and collaborating with a dedicated kitchen staff. The role also provides career development opportunities and comprehensive health benefits, supporting long-term professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Staff Meals

Career Development Opportunities

English Language Training

Enhanced Parental Pay

£100 Uniform Voucher

Special Birthday Treat

Refer a Friend Scheme

Exclusive Workshops & Demos

Group Discounts

Wellness & Support

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• A genuine passion for food, flavours, and seasonal produce.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Run your section efficiently during service, ensuring high standards at all times.
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to specifications.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

NOPI celebrates bold, global flavours with a creative edge. Our menus are constantly evolving, inspired by the Middle East, Asia, and beyond, and driven by seasonality, technique, and collaboration in the kitchen.

We are now looking for a talented and committed Chef de Partie to join our ambitious kitchen team at NOPI. This is a great opportunity for a chef who is passionate about produce, precision, and teamwork, and who wants to continue developing within a fast-paced, quality-led environment.

As a Chef de Partie, you’ll take ownership of your section, working closely with the senior kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards while contributing to the creativity and energy that defines NOPI.

As a Chef de Partie, you will:

• Run your section efficiently during service, ensuring high standards at all times
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to NOPI specifications
• Work closely with the senior chefs to ensure smooth service and strong communication
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness
• Support junior chefs and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture
• Assist with prep, stock control, and minimising waste
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to step up
• A genuine passion for food, flavours, and seasonal produce
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A calm, focused approach under pressure
• A team player with a positive, professional attitude
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends

What’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: A full health benefits package to support your wellbeing
• Staff Meals: Delicious meals on shift, cooked with the same care as our guest dishes
• Career Development Opportunities: Ongoing training and clear progression across the Ottolenghi group
• English Language Training: Courses at Basic, Intermediate, and Business levels
• Enhanced Parental Pay: After two years of service, including Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, and Paternity Pay
• £100 Uniform Voucher: To get you started comfortably
• Special Birthday Treat: Because birthdays matter
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £500 for successful referrals
• Exclusive Workshops & Demos: Monthly cooking demos and food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• Group Discounts: Generous discounts across Ottolenghi restaurants and shops
• Wellness & Support: Access to wellbeing resources and mental health support

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!