Chef de Partie - Piccadilly

Fortnum & Mason; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious culinary establishment in London is seeking a full-time Chef de Partie to deliver exceptional food. Join a team that prides itself on quality and craftsmanship, with opportunities for career development and excellent employee benefits. Experience in a busy restaurant kitchen and a passion for food are essential. Embrace a collaborative environment and contribute to memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime

Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary)

Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts

28 days holiday + additional wellbeing days

Matched pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy restaurant environment.
• Ability to learn and grow within the position.
• Strong adherence to food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food delivery meets the highest standards.
• Coach and develop junior chefs.
• Monitor inventory and assist in stocktakes.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to HSE standards.

Skills

Experience in a busy restaurant kitchen

Passionate about food

Good learning attitude

Job description

Lead with Legacy. Inspire with Joy Giving Things.

At Fortnum & Mason, we’ve been delighting customers with extraordinary experiences since 1707. From our world-famous hampers to our exquisite teas and fine foods, every product tells a story of heritage, quality, and craftsmanship. We are now seeking a full time Chef de Partie (45 hours) —someone who shares our passion for excellence, food and is committed to delivering a truly memorable experience to every customer who walks through our doors.

Why Work For Us

• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime
• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary)
• Upto 40% store and restaurant discounts
• 28 days holiday + a day off for your birthday and 5 extra wellbeing days off
• Matched pension scheme and career development opportunities
• Great pathways for career development and progression, with opportunities to grow within Fortnum & Mason’s diverse and dynamic business.
• And because we value your service with us, we give you additional annual leave and incredible gifts once you’ve been with us for 5 years

What You’ll Do

• Working with the Senior Team to ensure the food is delivered to the highest standard in the section of responsibility
• Coach and develop Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs to ensure their skills are being enhanced, leading by example
• Check the Section for standards regularly ensuring that all audits and temperature checks are completed
• Take ownership of the stocktake and feedback any key indicators to the Head chef
• Pre-empt any pinch points within the kitchen, and highlight them to your line manager
• Work closely with the Restaurant team to ensure a collaborative partnership between front and back of house
• Communicate effectively ensuring that the teams are aware of the menu
• Demonstrate high levels of planning, organising, and time management to drive the operational execution across the section
• Ensure adherence to company policies, controls and standards (e.g. due diligence, cleanliness, and HSE)
• Monitor and maintain inventory, ensuring these are highlighted to the Senior Chefs

What We’re Looking For

• Experience within a busy restaurant kitchen as a Chef de Partie
• Willing to learn and grow
• Passionate about food
• Have excellent longevity with your past employers
• Maintaining Food Safety standards

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender re‑assignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other’s differences, to create a truly inclusive environment. In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards