Chef de Partie

Aqua Restaurant Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Venue discounts

Birthday leave

Training & development

Wagestream access

Meal provided on breaks

Discounted gym membership

Lunch & Learn

Refer a friend £500

Job summary

Aqua Restaurant Group is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead a section of the kitchen and coordinate junior team members in our London venue. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of plating, consistency, and service while mentoring peers and new staff.

Based in London, you will join a team dedicated to refined Spanish-inspired cuisine, with opportunities for growth and professional development within Aqua’s diverse venues.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Ability to mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train junior kitchen staff to develop skills and confidence.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes in your designated section, ensuring consistency.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food preparation

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Chef de Partie, you will oversee a delegated section of the kitchen and coordinate junior members of the team to deliver quality service.

Where are we located?

Located atop a former department store in London’s West End, Aqua Nueva serves refined, contemporary Spanish cuisine from the North, with a seasonal à la carte menu and menu del día.

What we bring to the table:

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

• Team Spirit: Support and help team members by mentoring junior positions and training new members of the team. Your collaborative spirit will boost your colleague's confidence, develop their skills, and thus ensure high standards of service are met
• Craft Recipes for Success: Prepare and present high‑quality dishes within your designated section, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate

You will be paid £12.71 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £4.55 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.