Chef de Partie

Delano Hotels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-opening theatre

Leadership development

Cross‑department exposure

Global brand culture

Employee hotel stays & experiences

Job summary

Delano London seeks a hands-on Chef de Partie to drive excellence in a high-profile pre-opening kitchen. You’ll lead a section, ensure mise en place, and uphold Delano’s standards for quality, presentation and consistency.

Collaborating closely with the Executive Head Chef and wider culinary team, you’ll mentor Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs while helping shape the kitchen culture and service during this exciting launch phase.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant, luxury hotel or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and plating.
• Mediterranean/Portuguese cuisine experience is a real plus.
• Able to lead and train Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs.
• Excellent mise en place, timing and kitchen organisation.
• Solid understanding of HACCP, allergens and food safety.
• Awareness of portion control, food cost and waste reduction.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your assigned section, ensuring preparation, organisation, service delivery and food quality.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to Delano standards, following recipes and plating guidelines.
• Lead by example and maintain a calm, professional kitchen environment.
• Guide and develop Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs assigned to you.
• Collaborate with Executive Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef and Sous Chef for pre-opening operations.
• Ensure mise en place and production requirements are ready before service.
• Maintain high standards of quality, freshness, presentation and timing.
• Support menu tastings, recipe development and training sessions.
• Establish and maintain recipes, prep lists and section standards.
• Coordinate with Pastry, Stewarding, Front of House and other departments.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, storage and waste reduction.
• Comply with food safety, allergen management and health & safety policies.
• Remain flexible to support events, room service and private dining as needed.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Food preparation

Mediterranean/Portuguese cuisine

Mise en place

Team leadership

Food safety & HACCP

Portion control & cost awareness

Calm under pressure

Flexible weekend availability

Training Demi/Commis Chefs

Job description

Company Description

Opening in late 2026, Delano London brings the spirit and celebrated heritage of the iconic Delano Miami Beach to London, reimagined for a new generation. Set overlooking Kensington Gardens, the hotel will feature 67 rooms and suites, Lana Lusa, the legendary Rose Bar and Rose Lounge, alongside The Source wellness offering.

Delano is a place where personality, creativity and genuine connection come together. We value curiosity, individuality and a sense of fun, creating an environment where our people can be themselves while delivering thoughtful, intuitive and genuinely warm hospitality.

Delano London is part of Ennismore, a global collective of entrepreneurial, founder-built brands rooted in creativity, culture and community, and a joint venture with Accor.

Joining Delano London means being part of something from the very beginning. It is an opportunity to help shape the next chapter of an iconic brand, work alongside an ambitious and creative team and play a part in creating a hotel that feels distinctly Delano from day one.

Job Description

• Take ownership of your assigned section, ensuring excellent preparation, organisation, service delivery and food quality.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to the required Delano standard, following recipes, specifications, portion controls and plating guidelines.
• Lead by example and maintain a calm, professional and supportive working environment within your section.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day organisation, guidance, training and development of the Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs assigned to you.
• Work closely with the Executive Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef and Sous Chef to support a smooth and efficient pre-opening and service operation.
• Ensure your section is fully prepared before service, with all mise en place, equipment, ingredients and production requirements ready.
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, freshness, consistency, presentation, timing and portion control.
• Support menu tastings, recipe development, mock services, training sessions and other pre-opening activities.
• Help establish and maintain recipes, prep lists, par levels, cleaning schedules, opening and closing procedures and section standards.
• Coordinate effectively with other kitchen sections, Pastry, Stewarding, Front of House and wider hotel departments.
• Support stock control, ordering, deliveries, storage, labelling, rotation, waste reduction and responsible use of ingredients.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, allergen management, Health & Safety, company policies and all relevant legal requirements.
• Remain flexible across the wider culinary operation and support events, room service, private dining and other hotel requirements when needed.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• You have previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant, luxury hotel or high-volume kitchen environment.
• You have excellent knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, presentation, kitchen organization and service delivery – mediterranean/ Portuguese cuisine experience is a real plus.
• You are a confident, hands‑on chef who takes ownership of your section and remains present throughout service.
• You have excellent knowledge of mise en place, cooking techniques, presentation, kitchen organisation and service delivery.
• You are confident leading, training and supporting Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs.
• You are a natural team player who communicates clearly, supports colleagues and creates a positive working environment.
• You understand the importance of food safety, HACCP, allergens, temperature control, cleanliness and disciplined kitchen routines.
• You have awareness of portion control, food cost, waste reduction, ordering and the commercial realities of a busy kitchen.
• You are organised, reliable and able to prioritise effectively while maintaining attention to detail.
• You remain calm under pressure, adaptable when plans change and willing to take ownership of problems and solutions.
• You are flexible to work weekends, public holidays, events, pre‑opening activities and key hotel operating periods.

What's In It For You…

• The opportunity to help launch Delano London and shape the kitchen operation from day one.
• The chance to work closely with an experienced culinary leadership team within an ambitious pre‑opening environment.
• The opportunity to lead and develop Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs while building your own leadership skills.
• The chance to work across Lana Lusa, Rose Bar, Room Service, Private Dining Rooms, events and the wider hotel operation.
• Join an innovative, fast‑growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
• A kitchen culture that values quality, teamwork, personality, learning and genuine hospitality.
• The chance to contribute ideas, develop your career and grow with the hotel and the wider Delano brand.
• Plenty of opportunity for development as the hotel and the wider brand continue to grow.

Additional Information

Why Delano London?

Be part of the team bringing an iconic brand into its next chapter. At Delano London, personality counts, ideas are welcomed and everyone plays a part in creating something memorable. We work hard, make it fun and look out for one another, with opportunities to learn, grow and build meaningful relationships across Delano, Ennismore and Accor. Alongside a supportive and creative team culture, you’ll have access to a range of colleague benefits, hotel stays and experiences across the wider group, and the opportunity to work within a global community of distinctive lifestyle and hospitality brands.