Chef De Partie (CDP)

Bubala; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Package

Complimentary welcome dinner for two

50% off for parties of two, 25% off up

Job summary

Bubala is hiring a Chef De Partie in London. You will lead your section, manage prep, cooking and service, and uphold the restaurant's high standards. You’ll guide new starters, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and work closely with the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

The role offers the chance to grow with Bubala as it expands to new locations, while celebrating bold, Middle Eastern, vegetarian cuisine in a lively setting.

Qualifications

• Professional kitchen experience and high standards.
• Ability to lead prep, cooking and service across stations.
• Experience training and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Run your section efficiently and deliver high-quality dishes to guests.
• Handle prep, cooking and service following Bubala's recipe specs and standards.
• Mentor and guide new starters to uphold consistency and quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized workspace in line with kitchen practices.
• Collaborate with the rest of the kitchen team to ensure a superb dining experience.

Skills

Culinary experience

Kitchen leadership

Team training

Job description

We're hiring a Chef De Partie at Bubala, someone who takes real ownership of their site and thrives on great hospitality, strong systems, and building happy, high-performing teams. You'll be primarily responsible for the day-to-day running of the restaurant, leading your management team, driving performance, and making sure our standards are consistently high. This role is about setting the tone, developing people, and creating a restaurant that feels brilliant for both the team and our guests.

About Us - Chef De Partie (CDP)

Bubala has grown to three buzzing restaurants across London, with locations in Spitalfields, Soho, and King's Cross, and we're not stopping there! Our fourth restaurant, Covent Garden, is opening in October this year, making it an incredibly exciting time to join our growing team.

Our menu celebrates the bold, complex flavours of the Middle East and an entirely vegetarian focus (we're not into substitutes here!), we're all about crafting unforgettable experiences in a fun, lively atmosphere. If you're passionate about a plant-based ethos and love cooking over flames, Bubala is calling your name!

The Role - Chef De Partie (CDP)

As a Chef de Partie at Bubala, you'll be a key player in the kitchen, running your section efficiently and ensuring the highest quality dishes reach our guests. You'll take responsibility for prep, cooking, and service, following our recipe specifications and upholding our high standards. You'll also help guide new starters, maintain a clean and safe workspace, and work collaboratively with the rest of the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional dining experience. This role requires confidence across multiple sections of the kitchen, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to maintaining quality and consistency.

Perks - Chef De Partie (CDP)

• Welcome Package
• Complimentary welcome dinner for two
• 50% off for parties of two, and 25% off for parties up to four
• Paid Birthday off!
• Charity Donation for your Birthday
• Bubala Bottle Shop - cost price wine
• Bubala Larder - cost price larder items
• Level - Access to your wages
• Hospitality Action - Employee Assistance Program
• Kelly's Cause wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Learning & Wellness Voucher after 12 months of employment
• Learning & Wellness Bonus after 18 months of employment
• MyGymDiscounts
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Discounted late night Uber discount from site