Chef de Partie - Kitchen

Hotel Indigo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hotel restaurant in the City Of London is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie. In this role, you will lead your kitchen section, ensuring high-quality dishes and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates should have experience in a busy kitchen, strong knowledge of food safety, and a passion for culinary creativity. Join our team to bring our neighbourhood stories to life through food and enjoy extensive employee benefits including a competitive salary, discounts, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension with company contributions

50% discount in all restaurants and Spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Complimentary stay after passing probation

Access to private medical insurance

Free meals on duty

Extensive employee benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience at Demi CDP or CDP level in a busy kitchen.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety procedures.
• Ability to lead and mentor kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Own your section and ensure quality plating.
• Lead and mentor Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards.
• Monitor stock levels and manage orders.
• Contribute to menu development and specials.
• Report faults and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Experience in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen

Knowledge of various sections (e.g. larder, sauce, garnish, pastry)

Passion for cooking, learning, and developing others

Strong communication and organisational skills

Understanding of kitchen operations, food hygiene and safety procedures

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Ambition to grow and advance career

Job description

Bring bold flavours and precision to every plate.

At Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, our kitchen tells the story of our neighbourhood: vibrant, bold, and full of flair. As our Chef de Partie, you’ll lead by example and deliver food that’s as memorable as the stories we tell. If you're passionate about quality, teamwork and stepping up to the plate, this is your chance to shine and be part of the pre-opening team as we get ready to open our doors!

What’s Our Story?

Our hotel reflects the energy of Shepherd’s Bush through music, design, and dynamic experiences, and our food offering will be no exception. Our kitchen team will create dishes that celebrate seasonal produce and neighbourhood inspiration, with every service crafted with care, creativity, and attention to detail.

Here’s what you can look forward to as our Chef de Partie:

Annual Salary: £31,400

• Pension with company contributions
• 50% discount in all our restaurants and Spa treatments across our properties
• Team member and Friends & Family rates across our properties
• IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels globally
• Complimentary stay after passing probation
• Access to private medical insurance
• Extensive employee benefits and discounts
• Interest‑free season ticket loan
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 online GP, mental health & wellbeing support
• World‑class training, apprenticeships and management development programmes
• Bike to work scheme
• Free meals on duty
• Recommend a Friend’ incentive
• Social and community‑focused initiatives and events

A Day in Your Neighbourhood

• Own your section: From mise‑en‑place to final plating, you’ll be responsible for delivering quality, consistency, and creativity during each service.
• Lead and support: Guide and mentor Commis and Demi Chefs, ensuring smooth communication, clean stations, and high morale.
• Maintain high standards: Follow recipes and presentation specs, while meeting food hygiene and safety standards every step of the way.
• Manage your resources: Monitor stock levels, place accurate orders, manage portion control, and reduce food waste.
• Share ideas: Contribute to menu development, daily specials, and plating presentations, your voice matters here.
• Stay proactive: Report faults, maintain cleanliness, and collaborate with the kitchen and service teams to keep operations running seamlessly.

What’s Your Story?

You’re confident on the stove and calm under pressure, someone who leads with skill and supports with heart. You’ll thrive in this Chef de Partie role if you have:

• Experience in a busy hotel or restaurant kitchen at Demi CDP or CDP level
• Knowledge of various sections (e.g. larder, sauce, garnish, pastry)
• Passion for cooking, learning, and developing others
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Understanding of kitchen operations, food hygiene and safety procedures (including COSHH)
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota
• Ambition to grow and take your career to the next level

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to be part of a kitchen where your creativity and commitment are celebrated. Join us as a Chef de Partie at Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd’s Bush, and bring our neighbourhood story to life, one dish at a time.