Chef de Partie

Ottolenghi Islington; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottolenghi Islington is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen. This full-time role offers the chance to take ownership of your section, contribute to menu development, and work with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a supportive team environment. With excellent training opportunities and a positive workplace culture, this is a fantastic opportunity for passionate chefs ready to advance their careers.

Benefits

Chef’s uniform

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay

Health benefits package

28 days holiday and pension scheme

Excellent training plan and opportunities for development

Refer a friend scheme, £500 each

Monthly cooking demos and workshops

Positive and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a high-quality kitchen.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on quality and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your section in the kitchen.
• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef in menu development.
• Ensure dishes are prepared to the highest standard.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Ottolenghi is a renowned group of restaurants and delis known for its vibrant, creative dishes and exceptional hospitality. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join us at our Islington venue on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your section in a friendly kitchen, contribute to menu development, and help deliver the Ottolenghi experience.

As a Chef de Partie at Ottolenghi Islington, you will take charge of your section in the kitchen, ensuring every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standard. You’ll be working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the development of creative menus. This role requires a strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and grow within Ottolenghi.

The Ideal Chef de Partie will:

• Take ownership of your section, ensuring dishes are prepared to the highest standard
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in menu planning and development
• Have excellent knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Be a strong team player, with the ability to communicate and motivate others
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, maintaining focus on quality and consistency
• Have experience in a similar role, ideally within a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen

What’s in it for you:

• Chef’s uniform
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service
• Health benefits package
• 28 days holiday and pension scheme
• Excellent training plan and opportunities for development
• Refer a friend scheme, £500 each
• Monthly cooking demos, food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A positive and inclusive workplace with opportunities for internal progression and growth

We’d love to hear from you if you’re a passionate Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in your career!