Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness days

Life insurance

Complimentary hotel nights

Discounts at Four Seasons properties

Uniform & dry cleaning

Season Ticket Loan

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our Main Kitchen team. You will own your section, lead and develop junior chefs, and ensure the highest standards of quality and presentation across Coopers Cut, In Room Dining and Rotunda.

We offer a 40-hour work week, five shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package including wellness days, life insurance, and property-wide discounts. Join us to advance your culinary career with a world-class luxury brand.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie in a quality kitchen or Demi Chef de Partie stepping up.
• Experience in luxury hospitality or premium restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of your kitchen section.
• Prepare and present dishes to high standards.
• Support service across Coopers Cut, In Room Dining, and Rotunda.
• Supervise and train junior chefs.
• Maintain food safety, HACCP compliance, and cleanliness.
• Assist with stock management, ordering and rotation.
• Support labour efficiency and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with Sous Chefs and senior culinary leaders.
• Contribute ideas for menus and improvements.
• Maintain a positive kitchen culture.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Leadership

Food safety HACCP

English language

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 8 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including Cooper’s Cut (Modern Steakhouse),Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dining, afternoon tea & bar)

Chef de Partie

Main Kitchen

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge

At Four Seasons, exceptional culinary experiences are built on teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for quality. Our Main Kitchen supports several of the hotel’s key dining operations, delivering everything from premium steakhouse cuisine at Coopers Cut to luxury In Room Dining and all day dining at Rotunda Bar and Lounge.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our Main Kitchen team.

The role

As Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section and play a key role in delivering exceptional food quality across Coopers Cut, In Room Dining, and Rotunda.

You will lead and develop junior chefs, maintain the highest culinary standards, and ensure your section operates efficiently throughout preparation and service. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef looking to further their career within a luxury hotel environment while gaining exposure to a variety of dining concepts and service styles.

What you will do

• Lead the day-to-day operation of your designated kitchen section
• Prepare and present dishes to the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation
• Support service across Coopers Cut, In Room Dining, and Rotunda Bar and Lounge
• Supervise, train, and support Demi Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, HACCP compliance, and cleanliness
• Assist with stock management, ordering, and stock rotation
• Support labour efficiency and waste reduction initiatives
• Work closely with Sous Chefs and senior culinary leaders to ensure smooth service delivery
• Contribute ideas for menu development, seasonal dishes, and operational improvements
• Maintain a positive, collaborative, and professional kitchen culture

What we are looking for

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie within a quality driven kitchen environment, or an experienced Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel ready to step up
• Experience within luxury hospitality or premium restaurants
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and kitchen compliance standards
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for food, hospitality, and continuous learning
• Good spoken English
• Right to Work in the UK

What to expect

• Full time position based on a 40 hour working week
• Five shifts per week across a rotating schedule
• Exposure to multiple dining concepts including Coopers Cut, In Room Dining, and Rotunda
• Flexibility required across mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays

What we offer

At Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, we support passionate people who want to grow, lead and build long term careers within a world class luxury brand.

• £43,000 annual package inclusive of base salary and service charge
• Structured 40 hour working week
• Excellent training and clearly defined career development pathways
• Strong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolio
• Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 days
• Up to two paid Wellness Days per year
• Company Sick Pay, increasing with service
• Life insurance while on duty
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, increasing with service, as well as heavily discounted rates at all properties
• 50% discount across UK Four Seasons food and beverage outlets from day one for up to four guests
• Complimentary meals while on duty in Pepys Cellar, with refreshments available throughout the day
• Discounted gym membership with City’s Leonardo Hotel
• Bupa Dental Cover and MediCash healthcare plans available
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Uniform with complimentary professional dry cleaning from day one
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme available from day one
• Access to Wagestream for greater pay flexibility and discounts
• Employee recognition programmes including monthly awards and events
• Annual themed team events plus regular social, charitable and sporting activities

Build your culinary career at Four Seasons

If you are passionate about food, enjoy leading teams, and want to develop your career within one of London’s leading luxury hotels, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to receiving your application.