Chef de Partie

...At Sloane; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus £1,000

Meals on duty

Pension 3% employer contribution

Dry cleaning service

Health plan (HSF)

Job summary

Cadogan in Chelsea is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our pre-opening kitchen team. You will oversee your section, ensuring quality food preparation and adherence to hygiene standards, while supporting breakfast service and in-room dining preparations.

The ideal candidate has experience in luxury hotel kitchens, strong English skills, and flexibility to work varied shifts. Competitive salary and comprehensive staff benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Strong written and spoken English skills.
• Previous experience in luxury hotel kitchens is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth operation of your section, with attention to kitchen processes and food preparation.
• Maintain order, cleanliness, and health and safety standards throughout your shift.
• Prepare orders for Restaurant, Bar, or Room Service, including breakfast service.
• Manage mise en place, portion control, and stock rotation while following recipes and presentation standards.

Skills

Strong English

Teamwork

Organization

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

• A competitive salary of £39,900-£40,900 per annum (gross), based on a 40-hour working week and inclusive of service charge


• Enhanced annual leave, increasing with length of service


• Complimentary meals while on duty


• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities


• Reward programmes, long service recognition, and employee appreciation incentives


• Employer pension contribution of 3%


• Complimentary dry cleaning


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay


• A vibrant social calendar and engagement programme, including team events, seasonal celebrations and a quarterly Chair’s message


• Access to the HSF Health Plan*, including:


• 24/7 GP advice line and confidential counselling support, including assistance for dependents


• Optical reimbursement


• Complimentary cover for your partner and children


• High street and grocery discounts, discounted cinema tickets, and a wide range of retail offers


• Discounted gym memberships

Position

Chef de Partie

What will I get?

• A competitive salary of £39,900-£40,900 per annum (gross), based on a 40-hour working week and inclusive of service charge


• Enhanced annual leave, increasing with length of service


• Complimentary meals while on duty


• £1,000 “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme


• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities


• Reward programmes, long service recognition, and employee appreciation incentives


• Employer pension contribution of 3%


• Complimentary dry cleaning


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay


• A vibrant social calendar and engagement programme, including team events, seasonal celebrations and a quarterly Chair’s message


• Access to the HSF Health Plan*, including:




• Dental reimbursement


• 24/7 GP advice line and confidential counselling support, including assistance for dependents


• Optical reimbursement


• Complimentary cover for your partner and children


• High street and grocery discounts, discounted cinema tickets, and a wide range of retail offers


• Discounted gym memberships

What you’ll be doing:

As a Chef de Partie, you will oversee the smooth operation of your section, demonstrating confidence in kitchen processes and experience in food preparation, including during early or extended hours. As part of our pre-opening kitchen team, you are expected to exhibit meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and effective communication.

Your main responsibilities include maintaining order, cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety standards throughout your shift, preparing orders for the Restaurant, Bar, or Room Service, and completing food preparation for the following breakfast service. Specific duties include:

• Preparing breakfast dishes for guests and staff meals as directed.


• Ensuring in-room dining orders are efficiently delivered from the kitchen to waiting staff.


• Following correct recipes, preparation methods, and presentation standards for all menu items.


• Managing portion control and preparing mise en place for service.


• Labelling, dating, rotating, and storing all purchased and prepared foods in compliance with legal and hygiene standards.


• Monitoring deliveries of food and kitchen supplies, checking quality, quantities, prices, and noting any discrepancies or missing items.


• Maintaining all food preparation areas in a clean, organised, and operational condition.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel.


• Level 2 Food Safety and Culinary qualification (or equivalent).


• Strong written and spoken English skills.


• Ability to work effectively within a small team while taking ownership of your section.


• Flexibility to work varying hours in line with business needs. Pre-opening restaurant experience is a plus.


• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing requests efficiently.


• Passion for delivering excellence in a fast-paced environment.


• Basic knowledge of menu creation and menu engineering is desirable.

Who are we?

We are a 5-star luxury lifestyle boutique hotel located in the heart of Chelsea. Set in a 19th century building next to Sloane Square station and featuring a rooftop restaurant, an intimate cocktail bar, and thirty exceptionally designed bedrooms, the property has been elegantly restored to create unique experiences.

Within one of London’s most stylish interiors, the hotel combines the quintessentially British style of the Cadogan Estate with a unique French touch. Designed as an exceptional and inspiring destination, it highlights the distinguished and historic pedigree of the Sloane Square Conservation Area in a private and intimate setting.

Independently run, the hotel employs passionate, focused individuals with a determination to succeed. To assist us in hosting our wonderful clients, we are on the search for the ambassadors of this truly unique property. They will be given the opportunity to make their own mark while delivering an exceptional service of unparalleled quality.

• Upon successful completion of the probation period


• The service charge range fluctuates based on our forecasted business levels and may vary from month to month.