Demi Chef De Partie - London

Dishoom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality chain in London is looking for a Demi Chef de Partie to join their vibrant kitchen team. Ideal candidates will have a mastery of various cooking sections, including breakfast and Tandoor, and a passion for providing excellent service. The role offers a minimum of 45 hours weekly, a salary of £31,500 including tronc, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. As part of the team, you will contribute to charitable initiatives, showcasing Dishoom's commitment to community.

Benefits

Free weekly wage advances

Up to 50% off dining with friends and family

Access to mental health support & fitness sessions

Invitation to team events and festivals

Qualifications

• Experience in busy kitchen environments required.
• Willingness to learn new cooking skills.
• Understanding of Dishoom values and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sections are clean and organized for service.
• Maintain high standards in food quality and presentation.
• Foster teamwork and positive kitchen atmosphere.

Skills

Mastery of section (breakfast, fryer, curry, Tandoor)

Passion for cooking

Comfortable in fast-paced kitchen

Commitment to inclusive workplace culture

Job description

Demi Chef De Partie – London

We are proud to be recognised as one of the best places to work in Hospitality.

Looking after people is at the core of what we do and we work hard to make life at Dishoom the best it can be.

Since 2010, our restaurants have celebrated the Irani cafes and all of the food and drink of Bombay.

We have Dishoom Cafes across London, Edinburgh, Manchester and Birmingham.

Our Permit Rooms can be found in Brighton and Cambridge, Oxford and London! Plus, we have a range of kitchens to ensure our guests can enjoy our food at home!

As well as running busy sites with big teams, we also understand the importance of doing more.

From planting trees with our teams in the UK & India, tying Rakhis with our guests, to our dedication to helping to feed children through Meal for a Meal.

As of January 2024, we have donated 20 million meals (and counting) to children in the UK and India.

As a Dishoomwalle, you contribute 55 meals per shift to this cause.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a talented Demi Chef de Partie to join us. You love to cook and learn new skills; and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment.

You are a master of your section. Whether it is breakfast, fryer, curry or Tandoor, you ensure it’s prepped and ready for a first‑class service, clean and organised at all times.

As you grow and develop with Dishoom, you’ll receive annual pay increases over three years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that breakfast, fryer, curry and Tandoor sections are prepped, ready for service and kept clean and organised at all times.
• Deliver first‑class service by maintaining high standards in food safety, quality and presentation.
• Support teamwork and create a positive kitchen atmosphere.
• Receive annual pay increases over three years as you grow and develop with Dishoom.

Qualifications

• Mastery of your section, with experience in breakfast, fryer, curry or Tandoor.
• A passion for cooking and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, busy kitchen environment.
• Commitment to Dishoom values and an inclusive workplace culture.
• Have you got Seva?

Support & Benefits

Financial

• Free weekly wage advances and emergency cash.
• Access to savings support & financial health planning tool.
• Up to 50% off when dining at Dishoom with friends and family.

Mental & Physical

• All managers fully trained in mental health support & First Aid.
• Dedicated confidential advice helpline available 24/7, for you or your household.
• Free fitness sessions every month (including yoga and spin).
• Discounted memberships with leading gyms and studios.
• In‑house cricket tournament: Dishoom Premier League.

Social

• Team events, family festivals, Christmas celebration.
• Invitation to Family Mela, Huge Christmas celebration and regular team events.
• Team members after 5 years invited to Bombay Bootcamp.

What to Expect

• Contracted minimum 45 hours per week across 5 days.
• Annual salary £31,500 inclusive of tronc.
• Monthly pay, flexible weekly rota (Monday – Sunday).
• Access to award‑winning training programmes and support.
• Paid holidays, including an extra day for children on their first day of school.
• Closure on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
• We provide chef whites.
• Contribute to 55 meals per shift (Seva).

Company Culture & Values

We believe we are at our happiest when we are contributing to the world to the best of our abilities. This goes beyond serving people; we take them in and truly look after them, for guests and team alike.

At Dishoom – everyone is welcome.

We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply for roles with us.