Chef de Partie

Wani Tzuki; Greater London; Hybride; GBP 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Staff meals and uniform provided

Employee discounts

Fully refurbished kitchen and dining

Résumé du poste

House of Louie in London’s West End combines two distinct restaurants and a late-night bar under one roof. We are seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team, taking responsibility for your section and delivering high-quality dishes with excellent standards of preparation, hygiene, and presentation.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will contribute to menu development, maintain standards during peak services, and support junior team members in a vibrant, diverse culinary

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef de Partie or similar kitchen role.
• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Passion for quality ingredients and delivering consistent standards.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, safety and handling.
• Ability to manage your section independently.
• Good organisation and time management.
• Positive, collaborative attitude.
• Reliable, hardworking.
• Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Desire to learn and contribute to a creative kitchen.

Responsabilités

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure all ingredients and mise en place are prepared in line with service requirements.
• Follow recipes, preparation methods, and portion controls accurately.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, flavour, and presentation.
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and prepared in line with food safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked workstation.
• Monitor stock levels and minimise food waste.
• Work closely with Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver seamless service.
• Support and guide junior kitchen team members as required.
• Contribute to menu development and new dishes where appropriate.
• Maintain a calm, organised, and professional approach during busy services.

Connaissances

Chef de Partie experience

Strong cooking skills

Food quality & standards

Knife skills

Food hygiene & safety

Section management

Organisation & time management

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Description du poste

About the Role

House of Louie is a unique four-storey townhouse in the heart of the West End, bringing together two distinct restaurants and a late-night bar under one roof.

Home to Louie, offering French and New Orleans-inspired cuisine, and Wani Tzuki, our Japanese restaurant specialising in sushi and Japanese dishes, House of Louie offers a vibrant and dynamic hospitality experience from day through to late night.

We're looking for a passionate and talented Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at House of Louie. Working closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team, you'll take responsibility for your section, helping to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining excellent standards of preparation, presentation, hygiene, and consistency.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen, and is keen to develop their skills within a diverse and exciting culinary operation.

What You Will Do

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your section, ensuring smooth and efficient service
• Prepare, cook, and present dishes to a consistently high standard
• Ensure all ingredients and mise en place are prepared in line with service requirements
• Follow recipes, preparation methods, and portion controls accurately
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, freshness, flavour, and presentation
• Ensure all food is handled, stored, and prepared in line with food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-stocked workstation
• Monitor stock levels, support stock rotation, and minimise food waste
• Work closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver seamless service
• Support and guide junior members of the kitchen team when required
• Contribute to menu development and the introduction of new dishes where appropriate
• Maintain a calm, organised, and professional approach during busy services

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role
• Strong cooking skills and a good understanding of kitchen operations
• A passion for food, quality ingredients, and delivering consistently high standards
• Good knife skills and attention to detail
• A strong understanding of food hygiene, safety, and correct food handling
• The ability to manage your section effectively and work independently
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to support and develop other team members
• A reliable, hardworking, and collaborative approach
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy kitchen
• A genuine interest in learning, developing, and contributing to a creative kitchen environment

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based experience)
• Staff meals and uniform provided
• Employee discounts
• A fully refurbished kitchen and restaurant
• The opportunity to work within the unique House of Louie four-storey townhouse
• The chance to be part of a diverse hospitality operation spanning two restaurants and a late-night bar
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• A supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
• A workplace that values high standards of hospitality, innovation, and excellence

Compensation: Competitive salary