Chef de Partie

Las Iguanas; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant restaurant group in Leeds seeks a dynamic Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen team in creating memorable culinary experiences. You'll organise service and maintain hygiene in a fast-paced environment while developing junior team members. The ideal candidate enjoys cooking, thrives under pressure, and is committed to fostering a welcoming culture. Join a renowned team that's been recognised by the Sunday Times as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 and take the next step in your hospitality career.

Benefits

50% off food and drink

Flexible working contracts

Career growth opportunities

Referral bonuses

Healthcare cash plan

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to coach and develop junior team members.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Organise and deliver service across kitchen sections.
• Produce dishes to specification with the kitchen team.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.

Skills

Knife skills

Team leadership

Fast-paced kitchen experience

Job description

Chef de Partie

Las Iguanas
Leeds
£29,686 per year - estimated ?
Part time

Join Our South American Adventure as a Chef / Chef De Partie / Grill Chef

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic individual looking for an exciting opportunity in the hospitality industry? Look no further! At Iguanas, we're all about creating memorable experiences, vibrant energy, and a sense of discovery. As a Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work 2024', our South American‑inspired restaurants are where passion meets flavour, and our team is the beating heart of our establishment.

Why Join Las Iguanas?

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer:

• A Place for Everyone - We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring skill and passion, there's a place for you in our kitchen!
• Amazing Discounts - 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Flexible Working - Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus - Get rewarded for bringing great people on board!
• Career Growth - Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs
• Wellbeing & Support - Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, a second medical opinion service, and more.
• Perks & Rewards - Free meals on shift, referral bonuses, access to wages before payday, salary finance support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment!
• Team Celebrations - Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e‑points to spend on your favourite retailers

What You'll Do as a Chef de Partie:

• Organise, coordinate, and deliver service across one or more sections in our fast‑paced kitchen.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to produce delicious dishes to specification.
• Lead by example-coach, nurture, and develop junior team members.
• Show off your knife skills and your experience.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Who We're Looking For:

We don't believe in "culture fit" - we believe in adding to our culture! If you love cooking, thrive under pressure, and enjoy leading a team, we want to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced Chef or looking for the next step in your career, we'll support your growth.

At Las Iguanas, everyone is welcome. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know - we're happy to help.

Join the Las Iguanas family today and work somewhere awesome! Don't just take our word for it—we've been recognised in the Top 100 of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024!

Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality career!