Senior Chef De Partie

Arena One GmbH; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role

Refer a Friend scheme

Free meals on-site

In-house training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

DO&CO, near Heathrow Airport, seeks an experienced Senior Chef de Partie to lead a section in our luxury airline catering production kitchen. You will deliver high-quality meals for airline clients and support the Sous Chef in running the kitchen to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in a high-volume kitchen, proven leadership, and a culinary qualification. We value precision, teamwork, and the drive to maintain top-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in a professional, high-volume kitchen.
• Proven experience as Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Experience supervising, training, or supporting junior kitchen staff.
• Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and food preparation.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the assigned kitchen section.
• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality food according to recipes, specifications, and production requirements.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion size, and presentation.
• Supervise, support, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Allocate tasks and ensure production deadlines are met efficiently.
• Monitor food quality and report any issues to the Sous Chef.
• Support stock control, portion control, cost control, and waste reduction.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and handled in line with food safety and HACCP standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Assist with implementing new recipes, menus, and production processes.
• Contribute ideas to improve kitchen efficiency, food quality, and overall performance.
• Take responsibility for the section in the absence of the Junior Sous Chef when required.

Skills

Culinary leadership

High-volume cooking

Food safety & HACCP

Team training

Time management

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Chef de Partie to join our production kitchen team near Heathrow Airport. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals for our airline clients, while supporting the Sous Chef with the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will have strong culinary skills, experience in a high-volume kitchen, and the ability to lead and support junior team members while maintaining consistently high standards.

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of an assigned kitchen section.
• Prepare, cook, and present high-quality food according to recipes, specifications, and production requirements.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion size, and presentation.
• Supervise, support, and train junior chefs and kitchen staff.
• Allocate tasks and ensure production deadlines are met efficiently.
• Monitor food quality and report any issues to the Sous Chef.
• Support stock control, portion control, cost control, and waste reduction.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and handled in line with food safety and HACCP standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Assist with implementing new recipes, menus, and production processes.
• Contribute ideas to improve kitchen efficiency, food quality, and overall performance.
• Take responsibility for the section in the absence of the Junior Sous Chef when required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in a professional, high-volume kitchen.
• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie.
• Experience supervising, training, or supporting junior kitchen staff.
• Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and food preparation.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Experience in airline catering, large-scale food production, or contract catering is desirable.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• A genuine passion for food and culinary excellence.

Additional Information

We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

• On-site role
• Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals
• Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities.
• A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas!
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market

DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status