Demi Chef de Partie - London

Royal Lancaster London; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Westminster is seeking a passionate Demi Chef de Partie to deliver exceptional dishes. You will support the Chef de Partie in managing your section, maintain high standards of hygiene, and continuously refine your culinary skills. The ideal candidate has previous experience in a quality-led kitchen, a strong sense of teamwork, and is eager to learn. Join a creative kitchen team dedicated to excellence and become part of a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Pension with company contributions

50% discount in restaurants

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commis or Demi Chef in a quality-led kitchen.
• Solid technical ability in prep, sauces, garnishes, and presentation.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support the section from mise en place to execution.
• Manage your area confidently during service.
• Cook to spec, taste everything, and strive for perfection.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Culinary precision

Adaptability

Tools

Kitchen utensils

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the section – From mise en place to execution, you'll work alongside the Chef de Partie, delivering every dish with precision and pride.
• Take ownership – Manage your area confidently during service, maintain your fridges and stock levels, and ensure your section is spotless and well‑prepped at all times.
• Follow the flavour – Cook to spec, taste everything, and strive for perfection on every plate. You'll also take feedback with openness and a drive to improve.
• Lead when needed – Step up in the absence of the Chef de Partie. Support Commis Chefs and apprentices, and take initiative in busy moments.
• Grow every day – Keep refining the basics, take notes on new skills, share ideas, and actively participate in one‑to‑ones, training, and briefings.
• Maintain standards – Take pride in hygiene, food safety, portion control, and proper stock rotation. Comply with Health & Safety and food allergen procedures.

You’re eager to grow, ready to take responsibility, and have a passion for precision and plate presentation. You’ll shine in this Demi Chef de Partie role if you bring:

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Commis or Demi Chef in a quality‑led kitchen.
• Solid technical ability and knowledge of prep, sauces, garnishes, and presentation.
• A strong sense of teamwork, communication, and collaboration.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• An understanding of allergen handling, HACCP, and Health & Safety procedures.
• A hunger to keep learning and progressing within a creative, supportive brigade.

If you’re ready to own your station, grow with guidance, and play a key role in a passionate kitchen, this is your opportunity. Join us at Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd's Bush as Demi Chef de Partie, and cook with purpose in a kitchen where detail and passion make every dish shine.

At Hotel Indigo K West Shepherd's Bush, we believe that every dish tells a story: of local flavour, technique, and teamwork. As a Demi Chef de Partie, you’ll be building your mastery while owning your section, supporting the brigade, and delivering the consistency that takes a dish from good to great. This is more than just cooking, it's your moment to grow with a bold and creative kitchen team, so come join our pre‑opening team as we get ready to open our doors!

Inspired by the vibrant culture of Shepherd's Bush, our hotel is a reflection of the neighbourhood: individual, artistic and full of character. In our kitchen, we embrace creativity and detail, crafting dishes that speak of story, and style. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and thrive in a high‑energy, supportive environment, we want you with us.

Benefits

Annual Salary: 28,300

• 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