Chef de Partie

Food & Beverage; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + service charge

Global career opportunities

Company pension scheme

Refer-a-Friend £500 bonus

Job summary

Meliá Hotels International in London is seeking a Chef de Partie to manage their designated kitchen section, ensuring the preparation and presentation of dishes to high standards. You will support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs, maintaining food safety, hygiene, and efficiency.

The role requires minimum 2 years' experience in a 4/5-star hotel or high-volume restaurant, a professional culinary qualification, and English proficiency with eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a 4 or 5-star hotel or high-volume quality restaurant.
• Professional culinary qualification or recognised cooking certification.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and food handling regulations.
• Experience supervising and supporting junior kitchen team members.
• Proficiency in spoken English and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead your assigned kitchen section, ensuring food is prepared and presented to the highest quality standards.
• Supervise daily mise en place, portion control, food quality, and consistency in line with recipes and brand standards.
• Monitor food stock, minimise waste, and ensure effective stock rotation (FIFO).
• Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and HACCP standards throughout your section.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during service while meeting production timelines and guest expectations.
• Prepare daily requisitions and communicate stock requirements to senior chefs.
• Assist in creating seasonal menus, daily specials, and culinary recommendations.
• Train, support, and guide Commis Chefs and junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained correctly.
• Work collaboratively with all hotel departments to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Food safety

HACCP

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

Professional culinary qualification

Job description

The world is yours with Meliá

Joining Meliá is to embark on a journey without borders, where your potential to grow, develop, and inspire has no limits. It's knowing that the world is yours — with opportunities to build your career across destinations worldwide — all while being part of one warm, supportive, and passionate family.

Chef de Partie

Department: Kitchen / Culinary
Location: Melia White House
Reports to: Head Chef / Sous Chef
Package: Competitive Salary + Service Charge

About Meliá Hotels International

Meliá Hotels International is one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a presence across more than 40 countries and a portfolio of over 350 hotels worldwide. In the UK, Meliá operates hotels in key destinations including London, Manchester, Liverpool and Newcastle.

Joining Meliá means becoming part of a truly international hospitality group, with opportunities to grow and develop your career across the UK and destinations around the world.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary plus generous service charge
• Global career opportunities across more than 350 hotels worldwide
• Exclusive hotel rates for you, your friends & family with Meliá Hotels Worldwide
• Company pension scheme
• Refer-a-Friend bonus (£500 upon successful completion of probation)
• 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan & discounted dental cover through HSF
• Unlimited access to Meliá's global learning platform (eMeliá)
• Career development and internal promotion opportunities
• Recognition and rewards programmes
• High street discounts through Perks at Work
• Complimentary meals, beverages and uniform laundry whilst on duty

Mission

As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for managing your designated kitchen section, ensuring the preparation, quality, and presentation of dishes consistently meet Meliá's culinary standards. You will support the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs in delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, organisation, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities – Operational Excellence

• Lead your assigned kitchen section, ensuring food is prepared and presented to the highest quality standards.
• Supervise daily mise en place, portion control, food quality, and consistency in line with recipes and brand standards.
• Monitor food stock, minimise waste, and ensure effective stock rotation (FIFO).
• Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and HACCP standards throughout your section.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during service while meeting production timelines and guest expectations.
• Prepare daily requisitions and communicate stock requirements to senior chefs.
• Assist in creating seasonal menus, daily specials, and culinary recommendations.
• Train, support, and guide Commis Chefs and junior kitchen team members.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used safely and maintained correctly.
• Work collaboratively with all hotel departments to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a 4 or 5-star hotel or high-volume quality restaurant.
• Professional culinary qualification or recognised cooking certification.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and food handling regulations.
• Excellent understanding of food preparation techniques, presentation, and quality standards.
• Experience supervising and supporting junior kitchen team members.
• Ability to remain calm and organised in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative and team-focused approach.
• Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through outstanding food quality.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in spoken English and eligibility to work in the UK.

Because belonging to the great Meliá family is being VIP

At Meliá, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From entry-level roles to senior leadership, everyone contributes something unique. We are all Very Inspiring People, connected by passion, warmth, and a commitment to creating exceptional experiences — and that includes you.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Meliá Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and accessible workplace for all. Our differences make us stronger and help us build a responsible present and a sustainable future.

Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

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