Chef de Partie

House of Louie; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Staff meals

Uniform provided

Employee discounts

Refurbished kitchen

Two restaurants

Career progression

Collaborative team

Job summary

House of Louie is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team in the heart of the West End. You will take responsibility for your section, delivering high-quality dishes with a focus on consistency, presentation, and hygiene.

You will work closely with the Head Chef and broader kitchen team in a fast-paced environment across two distinct restaurants and a late-night bar, contributing to menu development and maintaining exceptional standards throughout service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and a good understanding of kitchen operations.
• A passion for food, quality ingredients, and delivering consistently high standards.
• Good knife skills and attention to detail.
• A strong understanding of food hygiene, safety, and correct food handling.
• The ability to manage your section effectively and work independently.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support and develop other team members.
• A reliable, hardworking, and collaborative approach.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• A genuine interest in learning, developing, and contributing to a creative kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section, ensuring smooth and efficient service
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard
• Ensure all ingredients and mise en place are prepared in line with service requirements
• Follow recipes, preparation methods, and portion controls accurately
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, freshness, flavour, and presentation
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and prepared in line with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked workstation
• Monitor stock levels, support stock rotation, and minimise food waste
• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver seamless service
• Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team when required
• Contribute to menu development and the introduction of new dishes where appropriate
• Maintain a calm, organised, and professional approach during busy services

Skills

Cooking skills

Knife skills

Food hygiene

Time management

Organisation

Independence

Work under pressure

Team support

Creativity

Job description

About the Role

House of Louie is a unique four-storey townhouse in the heart of the West End, bringing together two distinct restaurants and a late-night bar under one roof.

Home to Louie, offering French and New Orleans-inspired cuisine, and Wani Tzuki, our Japanese restaurant specialising in sushi and Japanese dishes, House of Louie offers a vibrant and dynamic hospitality experience from day through to late night.

We're looking for a passionate and talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at House of Louie. Working closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team, you'll take responsibility for your section, helping to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent standards of preparation, presentation, hygiene, and consistency.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen, and is keen to develop their skills within a diverse and exciting culinary operation.

What You Will Do

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section, ensuring smooth and efficient service
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard
• Ensure all ingredients and mise en place are prepared in line with service requirements
• Follow recipes, preparation methods, and portion controls accurately
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, freshness, flavour, and presentation
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and prepared in line with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked workstation
• Monitor stock levels, support stock rotation, and minimise food waste
• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver seamless service
• Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team when required
• Contribute to menu development and the introduction of new dishes where appropriate
• Maintain a calm, organised, and professional approach during busy services

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role
• Strong cooking skills and a good understanding of kitchen operations
• A passion for food, quality ingredients, and delivering consistently high standards
• Good knife skills and attention to detail
• A strong understanding of food hygiene, safety, and correct food handling
• The ability to manage your section effectively and work independently
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to support and develop other team members
• A reliable, hardworking, and collaborative approach
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen
• A genuine interest in learning, developing, and contributing to a creative kitchen environment

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based experience)
• Staff meals and uniform provided
• Employee discounts
• A fully refurbished kitchen and restaurant
• The opportunity to work within the unique House of Louie four-storey townhouse
• The chance to be part of a diverse hospitality operation spanning two restaurants and a late-night bar
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• A supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
• A workplace that values high standards of hospitality, innovation, and excellence

Compensation: Competitive salary