Chef De Partie

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chef de Partie on a luxury yacht, where you'll create exceptional dining experiences for an exclusive group of guests. This role offers the unique opportunity to design bespoke menus using the finest ingredients, with no budget constraints. Collaborate with a dedicated team and lead the culinary experience aboard a yacht cruising the iconic Nile River. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career and embrace adventure, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

All meals included

Paid 45-day work periods

15-day paid holidays

Staff accommodation

Uniforms provided

Phone & internet expenses covered

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury hotels or fine dining restaurants is essential.
• Strong creative flair for developing exciting menus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food offerings for up to 14 guests, creating unique menus.
• Lead a small kitchen team ensuring exceptional food preparation.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Menu Development

Leadership

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Culinary Degree

Experience in Luxury Settings

Job description

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Chef de Partie on a Luxury Yacht! - Suitable for CDP to Junior Sous Chef level

Are you a Chef de Partie / Junior Sous Chef/Sous looking to elevate your career. This is your chance to take the next step in your culinary journey, creating exceptional dining experiences for a select group of guests aboard a luxury sailing yacht along the iconic Nile River.

If you're ready to lead a team, curate exquisite menus for an exclusive group of 14 guests, and work with any ingredient you desire without budget constraints, this role is for you!

About the Role:

As Chef de Partie on this luxurious Sailing yacht, you'll be in charge of crafting the entire food offering for a select group of 14 guests, either as individual couples or private groups. This exciting opportunity is perfect for a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef candidate ready to step up into a leadership role. You will have the freedom to create exceptional dishes, using only the finest ingredients, regardless of cost. From breakfast to dinner, you'll have the creative license to design a memorable dining experience every single day.

You’ll work closely with the Yacht Manager and the General Manager, ensuring the culinary experience matches the luxurious and bespoke service expected on this exclusive sailing yacht. It’s an extraordinary chance to bring your culinary vision to life in an environment that blends luxury, adventure, and tradition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the food offering for up to 14 guests per sailing, creating unique menus that cater to small groups or large private groups.
• Collaborate with the Yacht Manager to design menus that pair seamlessly with the luxury experience and enhance the journey along the Nile.
• Lead a small, dedicated kitchen team (4 chefs) to ensure smooth operations, exceptional food preparation, and presentation.
• Develop a daily menu that includes breakfast, lunch (à la carte), and dinner (tasting menus), ensuring quality and consistency at all times.
• Take full advantage of your creative freedom, using any ingredients necessary to craft exciting and innovative dishes—there are no budget constraints!
• Implement cost control measures, monitor KPIs, and assist with menu planning and engineering.
• Foster a positive and efficient work culture, emphasizing teamwork and high standards in a luxury environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Chef with experience in luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, or prestigious culinary settings.
• A strong creative flair with a passion for developing exciting menus and experimenting with new dishes.
• The ability to take full ownership of the food offering, designing menus daily for a select group of 14 guests with the freedom to use any ingredients you need.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to plan ahead for each sailing, even in a remote setting.
• A collaborative leadership style, with experience guiding and inspiring a small team in a high-performance kitchen.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly and efficiently to any challenges that arise in the kitchen.

Package:

• Good Tax Free salary per month.
• All meals included.
• Paid 45-day work periods followed by 15-day paid holidays.
• Staff accommodation provided, including a shared room with the Yacht Manager.
• Uniforms, meals on board, and phone & internet expenses covered.

Ready for an unforgettable adventure? This role offers a rare opportunity to create bespoke, world-class menus for an intimate group of guests, all while working on a luxury yacht cruising the timeless Nile River.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role, unleash your culinary creativity, and take your career to new heights, apply now!