Chef de Partie - Creative Kitchen Lead, Calm Under Pressure

Ottolenghi Marylebone; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Staff meals on shift

Healthcare plan

Refer a Friend £500

Learning & Development opportunities

Parental Pay after two years

Birthday treat

Ottolenghi Test Kitchen workshops

Team collaboration culture

Job summary

Ottolenghi Marylebone is recruiting a Chef de Partie to take full responsibility for a section, ensuring precision in cooking to Ottolenghi standards. You will supervise juniors, manage stock, and maintain stringent food safety and hygiene routines.

We seek a dedicated professional with 1+ years in a quality kitchen, a genuine passion for food, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a busy environment. A warm, collaborative kitchen culture and extensive staff benefits await.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a quality kitchen.
• Solid understanding of hygiene regulations and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for your designated section throughout service.
• Prepare and cook dishes to Ottolenghi standards with precision and consistency.
• Supervise and support junior chefs and kitchen assistants on your section.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are adhered to at all times.
• Manage stock within your section, including ordering and rotation.
• Communicate clearly with the wider kitchen team and management.
• Contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.

Skills

Technical cookery

Calm under pressure

Team orientated

Attention to detail

Organised

Multitasking

Job description

Ottolenghi Marylebone is recruiting a Chef de Partie to take full responsibility for a section, ensuring precision in cooking to Ottolenghi standards. You will supervise juniors, manage stock, and maintain stringent food safety and hygiene routines.

We seek a dedicated professional with 1+ years in a quality kitchen, a genuine passion for food, and the ability to thrive under pressure in a busy environment. A warm, collaborative kitchen culture and extensive staff benefits await.