Senior Chef de Partie

Luso; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount across MJMK restaurants

Free staff meals on shift

Up to £500 team referral bonus

Career development with MJMK

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Extra holiday up to 5 days

Hospitality Action benefits

Enhanced pension contributions

Anniversary rewards

Job summary

Luso, a contemporary Portuguese restaurant on Charlotte Street, is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to sustain high kitchen standards and guest experiences. The role is part of MJMK Restaurants, known for quality and innovation in hospitality.

The position offers extensive staff benefits and career development within MJMK Restaurants, including pension contributions and holiday appreciation as the team grows with us.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant.
• Obsessed with delivering exceptional food and guest experiences.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player with the ability to motivate and support junior staff.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to uphold high kitchen standards.
• Experience with food safety standards and regulations.
• Passionate about food and eager to contribute to a creative kitchen environment.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Strong communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Passionate about food

Job description

Senior Chef de Partie Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-quality restaurant..
• Obsessed with delivering exceptional food and guest experiences..
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment..
• A team player with the ability to motivate and support junior staff..
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to uphold high kitchen standards..
• Experience with food safety standards and regulations..
• Passionate about food and eager to contribute to a creative kitchen environment..

What We Offer Our Senior Chef de Partie:

• 50% staff discount across all MJMK restaurants.
• Free staff meals while on shift.
• Up to £500 team referral bonus.
• Opportunity to develop your career with MJMK Restaurants.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after your first year with us.
• Extra day's holiday every year you're with us, up to 5 extra days.
• Wide range of benefits from Hospitality Action - Including: mental health & well-being support, Benefits Hub with retail discounts, wellness podcast, nutrition-focused recipes, digital gym, mindfulness meditation, as well as Employee Assistance Program.
• Enhanced pension contributions after 5 years with us..
• Anniversary reward scheme for each year with us.

About Luso

Opened in September 2025 on Charlotte Street, Luso is a contemporary Portuguese restaurant developed in collaboration with acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira, known for his bold, ingredient-led approach and time at the legendary Mugaritz. Taking the place of Lisboeta, Luso celebrates Portugal's Iberian Atlantic coastline where land, sea, and centuries-old wood fire cooking traditions come together. Expect refined, modern expressions of iconic dishes alongside a wine list showcasing the richness of Portugal's terroirs. Luso is the latest chapter from MJMK Restaurants a proud evolution that honours Lisboeta's legacy while shaping a bold new future for the team and space..

About MJMK Restaurants

We own and operate a collection of award-winning restaurants. Founded in 2018 by lifelong friends Jake Kasumov and Marco Mendes, the group includes Casa do Frango, KOL, Fonda, AngloThai, Luso and Lenny's.. KOL holds a Michelin Star and was named one of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. AngloThai earned a Michelin Star within three months of opening and was named The Square Opening of the Year in the 2025 National Restaurant Awards.. We're building ambitious restaurant brands with a focus on quality, creativity and guest experience, and we're just getting started.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: £16.21 – £17.21 hourly