Chef de Partie - Charlotte Street Hotel - Kitchen

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

Benefits offered by this job

Service charge

Health cash plan

Discounted cinema tickets

Complimentary meals on shift

Referral bonus

Flexible scheduling

Dry cleaning service

Enhanced holiday allowance

Season ticket loan

English lessons

Team events

Job summary

Firmdale Hotels at Charlotte Street Hotel in London is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our luxury dining team. You will prepare and present dishes across breakfast to dinner service, working in a fast-paced, high-standards environment.

You will lead a small section, support teammates, and contribute to exceptional guest experiences in a renowned hotel. The role offers opportunities to progress, comprehensive benefits, staff meals, and ongoing training in a luxury hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a luxury hospitality setting.
• A genuine passion for food and a drive for culinary excellence.
• Leadership abilities to supervise and motivate a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Execute kitchen operations with confidence and precision.
• Thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining composure during peak service hours.
• Collaborate with fellow team members to deliver seamless service.
• Take charge of your section, supervising and guiding a small team to success.
• Monitor stock levels and facilitate timely ordering to maintain inventory.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of food preparation and presentation.
• Utilise strong organisational and communication skills to coordinate with colleagues and fulfil guest requests.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Passion for food

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your culinary career? Look no further! At Firmdale Hotels, we pride ourselves on creating exceptional guest experiences through our dedication to quality and innovation. As a Chef de Partie, you'll be an integral part of our dynamic team, crafting delectable dishes and contributing to the success of our renowned Charlotte Street Hotel.

Firmdale Hotels is a leading luxury hotel group renowned for its unique blend of luxury, sophistication, and impeccable service. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, from our stylish accommodations to our award-winning dining experiences.

As a Chef de Partie, you'll be at the heart of our culinary operations, bringing your passion for food and creativity to the table. You'll thrive in our fast-paced environment, where precision and efficiency are paramount. From breakfast to dinner service, you'll play a key role in ensuring that every dish delights our guests' palates.

Responsibilities:

• Execute kitchen operations with confidence and precision
• Thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining composure during peak service hours
• Collaborate with fellow team members to deliver seamless service
• Take charge of your section, supervising and guiding a small team to success
• Monitor stock levels and facilitate timely ordering to maintain inventory
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of food preparation and presentation
• Utilise strong organisational and communication skills to coordinate with colleagues and fulfil guest requests.

What you Need:

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a luxury hospitality setting
• A genuine passion for food and a drive for culinary excellence
• Leadership abilities to effectively supervise and motivate a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Dedication to maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene.

What We Offer:

• We offer a competitive salary plus service charge and benefits to be discussed at venue
• Access to Stream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

About Us

Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, known for its acclaimed restaurants, independent cafés and boutique shops, Charlotte Street Hotel is an intimate hotel with real character and personality. Owner Kit Kemp's fearless signature style fills every corner: bold colour, rich pattern and exceptional craft, all woven together as a heartfelt homage to the Bloomsbury Group, the celebrated circle of artists and writers who gathered just a few streets away.

With Soho a minute's walk away and some of the city's most exciting theatres, bars and restaurants right on the doorstep, this is a hotel that inspires everyone who works within it.

You will be joining a team whose Awards and Accolades speak for themselves:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026
• One Michelin Key, 2024, 2025
• One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, Oscar Bar & Restaurant, 2026
• Best Afternoon Tea, Country & Townhouse, 2024

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale has grown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York as well restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio and Laundry facility.

Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.

In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.