Chef de Partie — Fine Dining Kitchen Lead (Mayfair)

Carbone London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbone London in Mayfair, London is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will run a designated section, ensuring high-quality dishes are prepared and presented to a discerning standard while supporting smooth service.

The role requires a minimum of two years in high-volume, fine-dining environments and proven ability to work under pressure. Culinary qualifications or equivalent experience are required, and you should be a team player with a can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants preferred.
• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef ready to step up.
• Good knowledge of professional kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to manage a section independently and work under pressure.
• Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces).
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef's instructions.
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
• Stock inventory appropriately.
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.

Skills

Chef de Partie

High volume kitchen

Fine dining

Food safety standards

Under pressure

Team player

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Carbone London in Mayfair, London is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will run a designated section, ensuring high-quality dishes are prepared and presented to a discerning standard while supporting smooth service.

The role requires a minimum of two years in high-volume, fine-dining environments and proven ability to work under pressure. Culinary qualifications or equivalent experience are required, and you should be a team player with a can-do attitude.