Chef de Partie

Culinary Collective; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Staff discounts

Team socials

Paid holiday 5.6 weeks

Ongoing training

Benefits portal access

Job summary

Culinary Collective is launching a New York Italian bar concept in London this autumn. We are building a kitchen team from the start and seek a Demi Chef de Partie to run a section and help shape the menu with the Head Chef.

The role is full-time, 50 hours per week, with a focus on high-quality, housemade ingredients, strong hygiene standards, and a collaborative kitchen culture. Competitive pay and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Solid cooking experience at least Demi Chef de Partie level.
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
• Genuine passion for fresh, housemade ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Run your section confidently and consistently through service.
• Prepare housemade produce to a high standard.
• Carry out mise en place and prep for smooth service.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to ensure consistency and quality.
• Support stock rotation, storage and minimising waste.
• Contribute to a positive kitchen culture and continuous improvement.
• Step in across sections as needed within a small team.
• Assist with prep for Spring Street Pizza.

Skills

Demi Chef de Partie level

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Food hygiene knowledge

Team player

Job description

A new New York Italian bar is opening this autumn - and we're building the kitchen team from the start. Think Negronis, martinis and spritzes alongside a small plates menu made for sharing: daily housemade focaccia, crudo, fritti and red-sauce meatballs. Everything is made from scratch, with great produce and real attention to detail. It's a chance to help shape a new opening and make the food people come back for.

Role Overview

As Chef de Partie, you'll run your section through service and prepare the dishes at the heart of the menu. You'll work closely with the Head Chef in a small, agile team, helping to set the standards from day one. This is a full-time, 50-hour role reporting to the Head Chef.

• Run your section confidently and consistently through service.
• Prepare housemade produce to a consistently high standard
• Carry out day-to-day mise en place and ingredient prep to support smooth service.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and organisation in the kitchen.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure consistency and quality across all dishes.
• Support stock rotation, storage, and minimising waste.
• Contribute to a positive, hardworking kitchen culture and continuous improvement.
• Step in across sections as needed within a small, agile team.
• Support with prep for Spring Street Pizza

What You'll Bring

• Solid cooking experience, at least Demi Chef de Partie level, ideally within small plates or a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail in food preparation.
• A genuine passion for fresh, high-quality, housemade ingredients.
• Ability to work efficiently and stay organised under pressure.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• A team-player mindset and willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• £16.00 - £17.00 per hour including service charge
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday (inclusive of public holidays)
• Staff meals during shifts
• Staff discounts and team socials
• A welcoming, energetic team environment
• Ongoing training and opportunities for internal progression

Why Work With Us

• Exciting Concept: Be part of an ambitious new bar concept from a Michelin-starred chef.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways and internal promotion opportunities as we grow.
• Competitive Compensation: Fair pay with transparent tronc and performance recognition.
• Work-Life Balance: Respectful rota planning and fair scheduling.
• Development Opportunities: Ongoing learning and growth.
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, welcoming, and people-first environment.
• Access to our benefits portal from day one: access to our benefits platform with high street discounts and 50% off food and drink from all our venues