Chef de Partie

Sutton Hotel Collection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hotel breaks

Discounted hotel stays for you and for

Heka wellness £150 starter balance

Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle toWork

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Annual social events

Training and study sponsorship

Wisdom Wellbeing

Job summary

The Athenaeum, part of Sutton 1079, seeks a passionate kitchen professional to take ownership of a designated section and assist the Head Chef in delivering exceptional meals in a five-star setting. You’ll prepare, plate and present dishes to the highest standards while maintaining section readiness, stock control and safety protocols.

Join a family-owned hospitality group dedicated to development, inclusivity and luxury experiences, offering routes for progression, training and a supportive

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a designated kitchen section, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen.
• Prepare and deliver dishes consistently, maintaining quality, taste and presentation standards at all times.
• Ensure your section is fully prepared for service and operates efficiently throughout each shift.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements to senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and food safety standards within your section.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and company procedures at all times.

Job description

As part of Sutton 1079, we belong to a modern British enterprise shaped by stewardship, knowledge and a long-term perspective. Across hospitality, property and agriculture, we care for places with character and potential, creating businesses that are designed to thrive for generations.

Our vision of one team, peak performance reflects a shared commitment to purpose, capability and continual improvement. We believe great work comes from people who feel trusted, supported and connected to something meaningful.

Family-owned and guided by the Sutton family, we take a considered approach to growth, investing in our people as thoughtfully as we invest in our businesses. Through learning, development and opportunities for progression, we help individuals build rewarding and lasting careers.

Above all, we are creating environments where people can grow, contribute with confidence and take pride in what they achieve together.

We invite you to be part of the next chapter.

The Athenaeum is an independent, family-owned luxury hotel and residences, offering a refreshingly natural approach to five-star hospitality. Privately owned and proudly individual, the hotel delivers an experience that feels personal, warm and authentic, where genuine care takes precedence over formality.

Occupying an enviable position overlooking Green Park, and moments from Buckingham Palace and London’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, The Athenaeum offers guests a true sense of place at the heart of the capital. It is both a gateway to the city and a calm, welcoming haven within it.

Hospitality at The Athenaeum is defined by a warm welcome and a can’t-do-enough-for-you attitude. Our teams take pride in delivering moments of surprise and delight, creating stays that feel thoughtful, generous and genuinely memorable. This is luxury that feels human, confident, intuitive and unforced.

As a full-service haven, The Athenaeum brings together beautifully appointed and generously proportioned accommodation with a spa, restaurant and bar, creating an environment where guests feel equally at home whether visiting for business or pleasure, for a night or a longer stay.

At the heart of the hotel are our people. With an Original Local spirit and a subtle members’ club feel, The Athenaeum fosters a close-knit, welcoming culture where colleagues are known, individuality is celebrated and pride is taken in creating exceptional experiences together.

As part of Sutton 1079, a family-owned hospitality business, The Athenaeum offers the opportunity to grow within an organisation that values independence, craftsmanship and people, while shaping the future of one of London’s most distinctive luxury hotels.

The Role

• Take ownership of a designated kitchen section, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the daily operation of the kitchen.
• Prepare and deliver dishes consistently, maintaining quality, taste and presentation standards at all times.
• Ensure your section is fully prepared for service and operates efficiently throughout each shift.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements to senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and food safety standards within your section.
• Contribute ideas and creativity to menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, health & safety and company procedures at all times.

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship, only candidates with valid right to work in the UK can be considered.

Our Benefits

Here are just some of the benefits you can enjoy when you join us:

• Free and discounted hotel breaks - From the first day of service, you can benefit from a free break of one or two days in any Sutton 1079 hotel, in a 12-month period. Additionally, you, your family and your friends are also entitled to discounted stays across all of our hotels including dining in our restaurants.
• Heka benefits platform – your access to Heka begins from day one and is pre-loaded with a balance of £150 to use against a wide range of wellness focussed products, experiences and schemes including health cash plans and gym memberships.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles (T&Cs apply)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave (26 weeks at 90% for expectant mothers, four weeks leave at 90% for fathers)
• Annual social and celebration events.
• Learning and Development - An extensive range of training opportunities are available to facilitate your personal development including our in-house Catalyst Aspire and Inspire programmes and external study sponsorship.
• Wisdom Wellbeing - A confidential, 24/365 service offering CBT, therapy, up-to-date information, support and advice on a broad range of subjects.

We also provide you with all the basic benefits such as free nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where available), and bespoke uniforms for uniformed positions.

At Sutton 1079, we are an inclusive, authentic and ethical community that celebrates diversity, human connection and a true sense of belonging. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves here. We value different backgrounds, experiences, career paths and ambitions. What matters most is the care, energy and personality you bring. Together, we create an environment where people are respected, supported and empowered to thrive.