Senior Chef de Partie

The Horses; Greater London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Table discounts

Tips paid weekly

Benefits platform

Health & wellbeing support

Anniversary stay

Earn from Stream

Referral scheme

Staff meals

Career progression

Job summary

The Horses in London is seeking a talented Senior Chef de Partie to join our new opening in Farringdon, opening August 2026, delivering rustic Italian dishes with pride and care. You will work across kitchen sections, lead by example, maintain cleanliness, help with stock and training, and contribute to seasonal menus while upholding our standards of sustainability and teamwork.

We offer a base salary of £36,000 per year plus a service charge (~£12,000), generous staff benefits, and

Qualifications

• Senior Chef de Partie or strong Chef de Partie experience in a high quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• Passion for sustainability, seasonality and innovative cooking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results during busy service.
• Team player with excellent communication and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality rustic Italian dishes across sections of the kitchen.
• Support smooth service and maintain section cleanliness and organisation.
• Assist with stock control, storage, labeling, and rotation according to food safety guidelines.
• Collaborate, train, and lead other team members.
• Contribute to development of new dishes and seasonal menus.

Skills

Senior Chef de Partie experience

Team player

Communication skills

Flexible

Job description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Chef de Partie to join our new opening, The Horses!

Opening in August 2026, The Horses will bring a fresh hospitality offering to Farringdon. Set within a building that has long been part of the local community, the venue will combine a pub atmosphere with exceptional dining, quality drinks, and attentive service across multiple floors.

We are building a team that prides itself on delivering authentic hospitality, who are collaborative and create a genuinely warm, welcoming environment for every guest. This is an opportunity to join a new opening and help shape the venue from day one, becoming part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and a shared passion for great service.

• Salary–Base salary £36,000 per annum + service charge (Circa £12,000 per annum)

What is in it for you as a Senior Chef de Partie:

• 50% off food and drink in our pubs for a table of up to 4 people.
• Every penny of service charge goes to the people who work in our restaurants, including our kitchen team. Access your tips weekly in your digital tip jar.
• Access to Benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, bars, restaurants + more.
• 24/7 Health and Wellbeing support,access support lines anytime for your mental, physical and financial health.
• Celebrate your 1-year work anniversarywith an overnight stay in the Cotswolds, on us!
• Access to Stream, A financial wellbeing platform, helping you manage, save and access up to 50% of your earnings in advance of payday.
• Earn more with our employee referral scheme.
• Delicious staff meals on shift.
• Career progression opportunities,on going training to develop yourself personally and professionally.

What you'll be doing as a Senior Chef de Partie:

• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality rustic Italian dishes, ensuring consistency and attention to detail.
• Work across different sections of the kitchen, supporting the smooth running of service.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organisation in your section.
• Assist with stock control and ensure all food is stored, labelled, and rotated according to food safety guidelines.
• Collaborate, train and lead other team members.
• Contribute to the development of new dishes and seasonal menus.
• Maintain excellent communication with the kitchen team to ensure an efficient, positive working environment.

About you, our new Senior Chef de Partie:

• Previous experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Chef de Partie in a high quality, fast-paced kitchen.
• A passion for sustainability, seasonality and innovative cooking techniques.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results during a busy service.
• A team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
• A desire to learn and progress within the industry.
• Flexible approach to work.

About Us:

Public House Group is a collection of pubs and restaurants across London and the Cotswolds. Our journey began with The Pelican, setting the tone for everything that followed.

Each of our venues champions the very best of the UK, from responsibly sourced meats and seasonal vegetables to a carefully curated selection of wines and spirits.

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to craftsmanship, provenance and authenticity. We work closely with farmers, growers and suppliers who share our values, ensuring that every dish and every drink reflects quality, integrity and care.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same to create spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary, where guests experience honest food, thoughtful service and a genuine connection to British produce.