Chef de Partie

Thesleff Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Free meals

Career progression

Dining discount 50%

People-focused culture

Staff events

Internal training

Job summary

Thesleff Group's Sale e Pepe Knightsbridge is seeking an excellent Chef de Partie with a passion for Italian cuisine and fresh pasta. You will take full ownership of your section in a fast-paced kitchen, delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining consistency across the pasta station.

We value attention to detail, reliability, and strong English communication. The role offers a highly competitive salary, 28 days holiday, private medical insurance, a pension, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie in a fast-paced, quality restaurant.

Skills

Fresh pasta section

Section ownership

Attention to detail

English communication

Recipe adherence

Growth mindset

Job description

Chef de Partie - Sale e Pepe Knightsbridge

We are seeking an excellent Chef de Partie, with a strong passion for Italian cuisine and culture, and a desire for career growth within a busy and vibrant restaurant located in the heart of Knightsbridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly driven and detail-oriented Chef looking to elevate their skills while working with the finest ingredients in a fast‑paced, professional kitchen — particularly within our fresh pasta section.

Sale e Pepe of Knightsbridge is a London institution welcoming generations of guests and lovers of traditional Italian food, ranging from British and Hollywood royalty to politicians, writers, singers, theatre‑goers, shoppers, and local residents alike, all enjoying great atmosphere, familiar faces, and classic Italian hospitality.

Located next to Sloane Street, one of London’s most exclusive fashion shopping streets, we are just a two‑minute walk from Harrods and Harvey Nichols.

If you are a friendly and personable Chef de Partie who loves hospitality, people, and food — and has a passion for fresh pasta and Italian classics — we would love to hear from you.

As a Chef de Partie, we would love you to have:

• Previous experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie in a fast‑paced, quality restaurant
• Experience running a fresh pasta section, including dough production, shaping, and sauces
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Full ownership of your section
• Good English communication skills with a willingness to learn
• Ability to follow recipes, processes, and standards
• Drive and ambition with a desire to grow within the team
• Proof of right to work/pre‑settled status in the UK

Benefits include:

• Highly competitive salary
• 28 days paid holiday per year
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme – including employer contributions
• Free meals while on duty
• Career progression within a fast‑growing brand
• 50% off when dining with family & friends
• People‑focused culture
• Internal training and career development
• Fantastic staff events

Thesleff Group is an equal opportunities employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.