Senior Chef de Partie

The Peacock; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + tron

Staff discounts 30%

28 days holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

The Peacock in Islington is seeking a motivated Chef de Partie to join our busy all-day kitchen. The role promises learning, development, and progression within London's vibrant pub dining scene.

You will cook from seasonal produce, contribute to sharing plates and gastropub classics, and thrive in a team that values quality and consistency. We offer a competitive hourly rate plus tron, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for training and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience with fresh ingredients.
• Ability to work in a high-performance team.
• Strong communication with kitchen and service teams.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for a motivated Chef de Partie that is ready for a new challenge and wants the opportunity to learn, develop new skills and progress within the business.

Our all-day food offer focuses on seasonality and sharing - from small plates to hearty gastropub classics - while weekends are all about Saturday brunch and stunning Sunday roasts. Behind the bar you'll find the best of London's craft beer scene, classic cocktails, small-batch gins and artisan wines. Located opposite Angel tube station, we're the perfect spot for a few pints, a quick bite, or dinner with friends and family, and our street-side terrace is made for al fresco drinking and dining.

Welcome to London's biggest independent pub company !
Urban Pubs & Bars was founded in 2014 and has since expanded to an estate of over 67 pubs, bars and restaurants across London.
In 2018, Urban Pubs & Bars was ranked number 28 in the Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list, recognising Britain's private companies with the fastest-growing sales. We were then nominated for 2 Publican Awards in 2020, winning the award for 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' on the night. In 2021, Urban was awarded 'Best Food-led Pub Company 2021' at the R200 awards, Urban once again won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' in 2023 and most recently won 'Best Managed Pub Company - 2-50 sites' and Best food offering in 2026 and In 2025 & 2026 we were recognised by Sunday Times in the Top 100 Companies to work for.

You Are:

• A Chef de Partie passionate about food and cooking with great produce
• An enthusiastic and dynamic CDP who is ready for a new challenge
• Experienced working with fresh ingredients
• Able to demonstrate good communication and an ability to work well in a high-performance team

What's in It for You?

• Competitive rate per hour + tronc, get paid for every hour you work-cha-ching!
• Work for a Times Top 100 Companies to Work For
• Clear pathways for training and career advancement-your growth matters!
• 30% Discount across all our pubs, bars, and restaurants-treat yourself!
• Work with the freshest seasonal produce-bring those flavours to life!
• Company and team trips, regular socials and incentives-let's explore!
• Experience a lively, family-oriented atmosphere-where fun meets food!
• 28 days of holiday to recharge your culinary spirit!
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for your wellbeing-your happiness counts!
• Fantastic referral scheme with rewards of up to £1000-bring your friends!
• Celebrate your birthday with a day off on us-party time!
• Cycle to work scheme.

Ready to embark on this exciting culinary adventure?