Senior CDP

The Columbo Group; Addington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off venue food & events

Columbo Academy training

Hero of the Month paid weekend off

£50 drinks voucher

Referral scheme

Global industry trips

Nest pension

Job summary

Jazz Cafe in Camden is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to lead their section with confidence and deliver high-quality dishes during busy services.

Join a world-famous live music venue where teamwork, strong food hygiene and organisation are essential, and where you’ll contribute to a dynamic, professional kitchen culture.

You’ll grow within the Columbo Group family, with training under the Columbo Academy and access to venue perks as you progress.

Qualifications

• Experience running a kitchen section during prep and service.
• Ability to maintain high food hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Experience in fast-paced, busy kitchen environments.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Run your section during prep and service while maintaining high food standards.
• Prepare and cook dishes with consistency, quality and attention to detail.
• Support the wider kitchen team to keep service running smoothly during busy shows.
• Maintain excellent food hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Assist with prep, stock rotation and keeping the kitchen clean.

Skills

Senior Chef de Partie experience

Confident running a section

Food safety & kitchen organisation

Reliability and hard work

Teamwork & communication

Job description

We’re looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team at Jazz Cafe.

Jazz Cafe is a world-famous, award-winning live music venue in Camden. For over 30 years it has hosted rising stars and global talent across hip hop, soul, jazz, world and electronic music. The restaurant sits on a stunning mezzanine overlooking the stage, creating one of the most unique dining experiences in London, where guests enjoy great food and drinks while watching live music just metres away.

It’s a fast-paced environment with a lot going on. We’re looking for a skilled and organised Senior Chef de Partie who can run their section confidently and deliver consistently high-quality food during busy services.

See us in action: @jazzcafe | @the_columbo_group

What You’ll Be Doing

• Running your section during prep and service while maintaining high food standards.
• Preparing and cooking dishes with consistency, quality and attention to detail.
• Supporting the wider kitchen team to keep service running smoothly during busy shows.
• Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen organisation.
• Assisting with prep, stock rotation and maintaining a clean, well-run kitchen.
• Contributing to a positive and professional kitchen culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working as a Senior Chef de Partie, Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef in a busy kitchen.
• Confidence running a section during fast-paced service.
• A strong understanding of food safety and kitchen organisation.
• Someone reliable, hardworking and focused on quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• A genuine interest in cooking and hospitality.

What to Expect

• Competitive pay: £13.00 per hour plus tronc (total package up to £15.50 per hour). Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• A dynamic kitchen environment where no two services are the same.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals.
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy.
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off.
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives.
• Generous Referral Scheme.
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers.
• Pension scheme via Nest.