Chef de Partie

Engel & Jang (Rexangel Limited); Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on duty

Uniform provided

Employee reward programmes

Long-service awards

Job summary

Engel & Jang (Rexangel Limited) seeks a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen at Jang, on the Mezzanine of the Royal Exchange in the City of London. You will run your section efficiently, maintaining high standards of food preparation and presentation.

Start date: September 2026. The role is a 40-hour contract, Monday to Saturday (closed Sundays). The team offers growth opportunities, meals on duty, and a uniform. London’s iconic location awaits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a quality restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Passion for creating high-quality dishes.
• Strong culinary skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes within your designated section.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Monitor stock levels and manage waste.
• Collaborate with other sections to ensure smooth service.
• Support junior kitchen team members with training and development.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Follow health & safety procedures and company policies.
• Assist senior kitchen team to maintain culinary and operational standards.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Work in fast-paced kitchen

Time management

Team player

Food safety

Job description

Chef de Partie – Join the Team at Jang

Join the team at Jang, an exceptional restaurant situated on the Mezzanine of the iconic Royal Exchange in the heart of the City of London.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join our Kitchen team. Start date: September 2026.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for creating exceptional food, strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional kitchen. You will be responsible for running your section efficiently, maintaining consistently high standards of food preparation and presentation, and working closely with the wider kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the preparation, cooking and presentation of dishes within your designated section.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented consistently to the restaurant’s standards.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of ingredients, recipes and preparation methods.
• Ensure your section is organised, fully prepared and ready for each service.
• Monitor stock levels, minimise waste and support effective stock rotation.
• Work closely with other sections to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Support junior members of the kitchen team with training and development when required.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness at all times.
• Follow all health & safety, food hygiene and company procedures.
• Support the senior kitchen team in maintaining consistently high culinary and operational standards.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a quality restaurant or hospitality environment.
• A genuine passion for food and creating high-quality dishes.
• Strong culinary skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent team player with the ability to support colleagues and work closely with the senior kitchen team.
• High standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.

The Role

• £16.27 per hour.
• 40-hour contract.
• Monday to Saturday operation - we are closed on Sundays.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for career growth, with internal training and succession plans supporting progression within the business.
• 28-30 days' holiday per year, increasing with length of service.
• Uniform provided.
• Meal on duty.
• Employee reward programmes and long-service awards.
• A professional, supportive and dynamic working environment.
• The opportunity to work in one of London’s most iconic locations.