Chef de Partie

Poolhouse Global Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality group in London is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead their kitchen section. In this role, you'll prepare and cook dishes, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. You'll mentor junior chefs and keep your section well-organized. Ideal candidates will have proven cooking experience and the ability to thrive under pressure. This is a unique chance to join a new venture in an innovative hospitality environment, with attractive benefits and a planned start date in January 2026.

Benefits

Employee Success Share Scheme

Free Health Assured EAP membership

Perks and Discounts platform

£100 Monthly Employee rewards

Medicash Health Cash plan

Paid volunteer day

Duvet Day Allowance

Birthdays off

Free nutritious meals

Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional kitchen required.
• Ability to lead and train junior team members.
• Commitment to hygiene and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead your section, preparing and cooking dishes to spec.
• Maintain high standards of quality and consistency.
• Train and support junior chefs.
• Contribute ideas for menu improvements.

Skills

Strong cooking skills

Excellent attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Strong communication skills

Proactive management skills

Job description

Description

Be part of something special from the start! We're recruiting now for this exciting role, with a planned start date in January 2026, giving you the perfect time to prepare for your next career chapter. Join the founding team of this brand new concept and make your mark on an exciting fresh venture.

As a Chef de Partie at Poolhouse, you’ll run your own section of the kitchen with skill, organisation, and pride. You’ll prepare and cook dishes to spec, lead by example on quality and consistency, and support junior team members with guidance and training. Calm under pressure and organised in your approach, you’ll be trusted to deliver dishes guests love while keeping your section running like clockwork.

• Dishes consistently prepared, cooked, and presented to spec and on time
• Your section organised, stocked, and always service-read
• Junior chefs supported with training, coaching, and feedback
• Strong, respectful communication with the Head Chef and kitchen team
• Calm, efficient performance even during peak service
• Pride in quality, consistency, and leadership within your section

With experience and development, this role could grow into :

• Junior Sous Chef
• Sous Chef

Every part of this role should be delivered with care, curiosity, and integrity, in line with our Poolhouse values : Experience Obsessed, Seek Excellence, Integrity, Take Care, and Elite Sports Team Mentality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead your section of the kitchen, preparing and cooking dishes to spec
• Maintain high standards of quality, presentation, and consistency
• Keep your section organised, stocked, and ready for service
• Follow and enforce food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Train, mentor, and support junior chefs, including Commis and Demi Chefs
• Flag issues with stock, equipment, or quality promptly to senior chefs
• Communicate effectively and positively across the kitchen team
• Contribute ideas for menu improvements and efficiency gains

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong cooking skills and proven experience in a professional kitchen
• Organised and proactive in managing a section
• Excellent attention to detail and standards of presentation
• Ability to lead, train, and support junior team members
• Calm and efficient under pressure
• Committed to hygiene and food safety practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for delivering high-quality food consistently

Benefits

• Employee ‘Success Share Scheme’
• Free Health Assured EAP membership (counselling, life coaching, legal and financial support)
• Perks and Discounts platform
• £100 Monthly Employee rewards
• Medicash Health Cash plan
• Wagestream access (early pay & savings tools)
• Paid volunteer day for a charity of your choice
• A Duvet Day Allowance
• Birthdays off
• Free nutritious meals at work
• Twice yearly Poolhouse Socials

Poolhouse is revolutionising social entertainment

Poolhouse blends the timeless charm of pool with state-of-the-art technology, set in a dynamic, immersive environment. We're redefining social experiences and raising the bar for entertainment.

Our first venue is coming soon to 100 Liverpool Street, right in the heart of London.