Restaurant Demi Chef de Partie

Four Seasons; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge seeks a Demi Chef de Partie to support the Chef de Partie in managing kitchen sections. This role involves supervising food preparation, mentoring Commis Chefs, and contributing to menu development. Ideal candidates will have experience in a luxury hotel environment and a passion for high-quality food preparation.

Benefits

£36,000 package including hotel service charge and salary

Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels

Excellent training and career development opportunities

Free meals while on duty

Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year

Holiday entitlement increases with service up to 33 days

Free Life Insurance

Bupa Dental and MediCash plan

Free uniform dry cleaning

Access to Wagestream salary advance benefit

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a section of the kitchen, ensuring food meets Four Seasons standards.
• Train and support Commis Chefs in your section.
• Assist in development of new dishes and menu planning.

Skills

Food Safety

HACCP Procedures

Fresh Food Preparation

Teamwork

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (CIEH Level 2 or equivalent)

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 6 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including La Dame de Pic (French cuisine, 2*Michelin Star), Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dinning, afternoon tea & bar).

Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is looking for a Demi Chef de Partie to join the team.

The role:

As aDemi Chef de Partie, you will assist the Chef de Partie in ownership of a specific section within the kitchen, leading and mentoring a team of Commis Chefs to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality dishes. You will play a key role in the preparation and execution of menus across multiple outlets, including: Rotunda Lounge & Bar, In-Room Dining, Banqueting, and overseeing the Staff Cafeteria team.

What you will do:

• Work with the Chef de Partie to supervise a section of the kitchen, ensuring all food preparation and presentation meets Four Seasons standards.

• Train, guide, and support Commis Chefs in your section, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.

• Assist in the development of new dishes and contribute ideas to menu planning.

• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with HACCP, COSHH, and food safety regulations.

• Ensure proper stock rotation and assist with inventory control.

• Work closely with senior chefs to ensure smooth kitchen operations during service periods.

What you bring:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within a luxury hotel or fine dining environment.

• Strong foundation in fresh food preparation and a passion for high-quality ingredients.

• Working knowledge of Food Safety, HACCP, and COSHH procedures.

• Food Hygiene Certificate (CIEH Level 2 or equivalent) preferred.

• Ability to work a variety of shifts including mornings, evenings and weekends.

Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge employees enjoy:

• £36,000 package which includes hotel service charge, and salary

• Excellent training and career development opportunities

• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world based on years of service

• Free meals at Pepys Cellar (staff canteen) while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and fizzy drinks available throughout the day

• Up to 2 paid Wellness days per year!

• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off

• Free Life Insurance

• Bupa Dental and MediCash plan available

• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential

• Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme

• Free uniform dry cleaning available

• Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.

• Access to Wagestream– a salary advance benefit

• Employee Recognition Programmes

• &many, many more surprises to discover!

All applicants must hold the Right to Work in the UK