Chef de Partie - Creative Kitchen Lead (Flexible Schedule)

Battersea Academy for Skills & Employment (BASE) C.I.C.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Hero’s Return is recruiting a Chef de Partie for our kitchen at Battersea Power Station in London. You will prepare and cook high-quality dishes, oversee specific stations, and ensure compliance with EHO standards while delivering great meals on time.

We offer an environment that supports growth, with a competitive hourly rate (£16–£18) and a flexible, busy kitchen culture that rewards initiative and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food preparation in a professional kitchen.
• Strong culinary technique and cooking knowledge.
• Familiarity with EHO regulations and compliance.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication with colleagues and teams.
• Previous restaurant experience is preferred.
• Ability to serve guests courteously when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to specifications.
• Oversee kitchen sections (grill, pastry, sauté).
• Rotate stock and manage kitchen orders daily.
• Maintain clean, organised workstations to meet EHO standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth service during busy periods.
• Produce consistently high-quality, well-presented food.
• Support junior staff with training and guidance.

Skills

Proven experience in food preparation

Culinary technique

EHO & Compliance

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Previous restaurant experience

Guest service

Job description

The Hero’s Return is recruiting a Chef de Partie for our kitchen at Battersea Power Station in London. You will prepare and cook high-quality dishes, oversee specific stations, and ensure compliance with EHO standards while delivering great meals on time.

We offer an environment that supports growth, with a competitive hourly rate (£16–£18) and a flexible, busy kitchen culture that rewards initiative and teamwork.