Chef De Partie

Zuma Restaurants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-Class training

Dining discounts across the Azumi集团

Health Assured (Employee Assistance)

Rewards & Recognition

Extra day holiday every two years

Job summary

Zuma London in Knightsbridge is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our vibrant culinary team. You will contribute to the delivery of Zuma’s renowned dining experience, supporting senior chefs and guiding a large brigade to ensure every plate reflects our commitment to excellence.

Ideal candidates bring a love for Japanese cuisine, experience in a luxury restaurant, and a collaborative, guest-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a luxury high-volume restaurant.
• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine.
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team.
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support senior chefs and uphold Zuma’s standards of consistency, precision and excellence in plating.
• Collaborate with the brigade to ensure timely, flawless service and dish execution.

Skills

Japanese cuisine

Team player

High-volume service

Customer service

Job description

Chef de Partie - Zuma London

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection inspired by the informal and energetic style of izakaya dining. This role is based at Zuma London – our original restaurant in the heart of Knightsbridge, where the Zuma journey first began. A globally recognised destination, Zuma London remains the beating heart of our brand’s energy.

Part of the Azumi group, an award-winning international restaurant group, Zuma brings modern, vibrant dining experiences to iconic cities across the world. With over 20 Zuma locations and multiple ROKA venues globally, our portfolio continues to grow – each restaurant offering a distinctive yet unmistakably Zuma experience.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our vibrant team at Zuma London. As a key member of our culinary leadership team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering the consistency, precision, and excellence that define the Zuma dining experience — supporting the senior chefs, inspiring the brigade, and ensuring every plate reflects our commitment to excellence.

Our ideal Chef de Partie

You’ll embody our values and bring:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in a luxury high-volume restaurant

• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team

• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits

We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training - designed to inspire and educate

• Experience hospitality around the globe - with our five incredible brands

• Dining discounts - enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

• Access to Health Assured, our Employee Assistance Program

• Rewards & Recognition - we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition

• Celebrate your milestones, with an additional day holiday for each two years worked

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

At Zuma, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance during the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you.

Working at Zuma offers more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to be part of a globally renowned brand that values consistency, growth, and excellence.

It’s a place where passion meets opportunities, and where every team member is valued for their contribution.