Chef De Partie

Aqua Nueva; West End; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at Aqua venues

Birthday leave

Training and development

Wagestream access

Meals provided during breaks

Gym discount

Lunch & Learn

Referral bonus

Job summary

Aqua Restaurant Group in London’s West End, at Aqua Nueva, seeks a Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section and mentor junior team members, ensuring high service standards. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, maintain consistency and collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional meals.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; benefits include venue discounts, birthday time off, ongoing training, Wagestream pay, meals on breaks, gym discounts, Lunch & Learn, and

Qualifications

• Mentor junior team members and train new staff.
• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes within your section.
• Maintain consistency and high standards in plating and service.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior positions and train new team members.
• Prepare and present high-quality dishes within your designated section.

Skills

Team leadership

Food preparation

Quality control

Job description

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Chef de Partie, you will oversee a delegated section of the kitchen and coordinate junior members of the team to deliver quality service.

Where are we located?

Located atop a former department store in London’s West End, Aqua Nueva serves refined, contemporary Spanish cuisine from the North, with a seasonal à la carte menu and menu del día.

What we bring to the table:

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

• Team Spirit: Support and help team members by mentoring junior positions and training new members of the team. Your collaborative spirit will boost your colleague's confidence, develop their skills, and thus ensure high standards of service are met
• Craft Recipes for Success: Prepare and present high‑quality dishes within your designated section, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate

You will be paid £12.71 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue’s Tronc system, which may give you up to £4.55 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.