Chef de Partie for Royal Academy of Arts

Sodexo; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie for their team at The Royal Academy of Arts, enhancing guest experiences through culinary excellence. The role involves significant kitchen management, a collaborative approach to kitchen operations, and a focus on delivering high-quality food and event services.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

35 – 40-hour contract

Qualifications

• Experience in a high volume environment (major events or banqueting).
• Passionate interest in the catering industry.
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team of chefs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in culinary and food safety elements.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure compliance with standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of food trends and innovate food offerings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Management

Job description

Chef de Partie for Royal Academy of Arts

Job Introduction

We are currently looking to add Chef de Partie to our team at The Royal Academy of Arts, London to deliver a world class guest experience. Our Cafés and Restaurants are located amongst inspiring and breath taking masterpieces within Burlington House.

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual who will be able to create their own masterpieces, in the form of delightfully presented lunches and beautiful afternoon teas, as well as spectacular light bites and treats.

Role Responsibility

• To support the Head Chef to deliver the culinary and food safety elements of thebusiness, including client tastings, chef briefings, food safety compliance and operational standards and event delivery
• To be highly organised in kitchen management on a day to day basis. The role is mainly kitchen based but may require a small amount of office based work
• To demonstrate a knowledge of current food trends and have the ability to bring innovation into the food offers in the event business.
• To support, and work in conjunction with, the F&B Manager and restaurant managers and to build positive, mutually beneficial relationships within the business.

The Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrable experience in a high volume environment - major events or banqueting operation
• A passionate interest in the catering industry
• A competent communicator and the ability to present to colleagues, peers and clients
• Evidence of being organisedand possess excellent planning skills
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team of chefs

Package Description

• 35 – 40-hour blue contract
• Weekly pay
• Hourly rate: London Living wage, negotiable based on experience.
• 5 day work week, Mondays are usually closed and maybe required to work weekend

About the Company

Heritage Portfolio is the sub-segment of Sodexo Live! that produces outstanding catering and event services for our cultural destinations. These include exceptional “in-house” café services in some of Britain’s leading visitor attractions such as V&A Dundee, The Royal Academy of Arts, The Signet Library, RAF Museum Hendon, The Scottish National Gallery, private parties and dining, weddings and prestigious eventsincluding The Royal Garden Party for which we are honoured to have received a Royal Warrant of Appointment as Supplier of Catering Services.

Our mantra is “building a business to be proud of” and as we grow and flourish in the world of bespoke events and venues, we remain true to our original ethos: to provide an amazing experience that goes beyond the remarkable food we serve. Therefore we always looking for passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and take pride in the work they deliver.

Salary London Living wage, negotiable based on experience

Frequency Hourly

Job Reference SDX/TP/1129452/144165

Contract Type Permanent – Full Time

Closing Date 16 July, 2025

Job Category Catering Staff

Business Unit UK Sodexo Live

Location Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD, Flexible