Chef de Partie — Premium Kitchen, Fast-Paced & Growth

Blue Note London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Note staff discount

Company pension scheme

28 days paid annual leave

Job summary

Blue Note London, Covent Garden, is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to lead a section and uphold the highest standards of cooking, presentation, and hygiene. You will own your station, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a top-tier kitchen team to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Salary ranges £14.00–£15.00 per hour + troncs, with evenings, weekends, and bank holidays required. The venue offers staff discounts, a pension scheme, generous leave, ongoing training, and clear career

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie.
• Excellent knife skills and cooking techniques.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Passion for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an assigned kitchen section during preparation and service.
• Prepare and cook dishes to Blue Note's recipes and specifications.
• Ensure all food leaving your section meets presentation and quality standards.
• Organise daily mise en place for efficient service.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ordering requirements.
• Rotate stock and minimise food waste.
• Ensure all food is stored, labeled and handled safely.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout the workstation.
• Support and mentor Commis Chefs and junior team members.
• Work closely with Sous Chefs and the Head Chef during service.
• Follow health & safety and food hygiene procedures.
• Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
• Maintain equipment and report maintenance issues promptly.
• Support private dining events and special functions as required.

Skills

Knife skills

Organisation

Under pressure

Teamwork

Food safety

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

Blue Note London, Covent Garden, is seeking a dedicated Chef de Partie to lead a section and uphold the highest standards of cooking, presentation, and hygiene. You will own your station, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a top-tier kitchen team to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Salary ranges £14.00–£15.00 per hour + troncs, with evenings, weekends, and bank holidays required. The venue offers staff discounts, a pension scheme, generous leave, ongoing training, and clear career