Chef de Partie

Endo Chelsea; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge share

Team meals

50% off food & drinks

Personalised training

Birthday day off

Christmas party

Referral bonuses

Wagestream pay access

30 days holiday

Job summary

ENDO Chelsea invites a Chef de Partie to join a ten-seat kitchen led by Chef Kazutoshi Endo. You will run your section for the ENDO omakase, plating courses at the counter and supervising junior chefs with precision.

Experience in a high-end kitchen and a passion for Japanese cuisine are essential, with a calm, team-oriented approach to delivering an exceptional guest experience in a compact, intimate setting.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a fine-dining kitchen.
• Experience with omakase or Japanese techniques is a strong plus.
• Able to train and support junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Run your section for the ENDO omakase, preparing and presenting courses to the highest standard.
• Work at the counter in front of guests, with the composure and care the experience demands.
• Handle premium seasonal ingredients with respect, from fish butchery and ageing to rice and garnishes.
• Lead on prep, ordering and stock for your section, keeping everything immaculate and organised.
• Support and train commis chefs, and work closely with Chef Endo and front-of-house to deliver a seamless experience.

Skills

High-end kitchen experience

Japanese cuisine interest

Section leadership

Mentoring juniors

Attention to detail

Job description

Chef de Partie – ENDO Chelsea

At ENDO Chelsea, there are only ten seats. Every guest sits in front of Chef Kazutoshi Endo as he cooks, sharing the food, craftsmanship and spirit of Japan in his own way. It’s an intimate room where every detail matters, and every person on the team is part of the experience.

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our small, close-knit kitchen team and work alongside Chef Endo in delivering the ENDO omakase experience.

Who you are

• Someone who genuinely values connection with your team, because in a space this small we rely on each other completely
• Respectful, warm and calm, with the guests, with the craft, and with the people you work alongside
• Experienced in a high-end kitchen, with a deep interest in Japanese cuisine (experience in Japanese or omakase-style cooking is a strong plus)
• Precise and proud of your work, with high standards and attention to detail
• Confident running your section, and generous in guiding and supporting junior chefs

What you’ll do

• Run your section for the ENDO omakase, preparing and presenting courses to the highest standard
• Work at the counter in front of guests, with the composure and care the experience demands
• Handle premium seasonal ingredients with respect, from fish butchery and ageing to rice and garnishes
• Lead on prep, ordering and stock for your section, keeping everything immaculate and organised
• Support and train commis chefs, and work closely with Chef Endo and front-of-house to deliver a seamless experience

What we offer (both roles)

• Competitive salary, plus a share of service charge and tips
• Delicious, nutritious team meals
• 50% off food and drinks across all our restaurants
• Personalised training and development to help you grow your career
• A day off on your birthday, to celebrate you
• Annual Christmas party and referral bonuses
• A creative, dynamic culture built on excellence
• Access to Wagestream for managing your pay
• 30 days’ paid holiday a year for a healthy work-life balance
• The chance to learn from one of the most respected names in sushi, within the Creative Restaurant Group family

Please note: applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Compensation: Competitive salary