Senior Chef de Partie - Babington House

Soho House via Caterer.com; Bath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Staff discount

Dental plan

Health cash plan

Birthday day off

Charity days

Job summary

Soho House in Bath is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to support the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences for members and guests. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes reflecting the club’s food philosophy while demonstrating high technical standards and a proactive approach to hygiene and training.

Working with the Sous and Head Chefs, you’ll lead mise en place, train juniors, participate in tastings, and help run smooth service during busy periods.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Chef de Partie in a busy venue.
• Passion for food with attention to detail and a desire to learn.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible to work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your section to high standards.
• Support Sous Chef and Head Chef during service and events.
• Ensure HACCP and hygiene compliance.
• Lead mise en place and prep tasks for service.
• Assist in training of Commis and Demi Chefs de Partie.
• Attend front- and back-of-house briefings and conduct tastings.
• Contribute to team meals and dietary consideration.
• Demonstrate proactive learning, improvement, and teamwork.
• Support deep cleaning and proper storage at end of service.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Culinary qualification (NVQ L1/2)

Job description

About the Role

At Soho House, a Senior Chef de Partie supports the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences for members and guests. The role involves preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes that reflect the club’s food philosophy while demonstrating strong technical expertise, a proactive attitude towards training, hygiene, and consistency, and a solid understanding of kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your section to the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering efficient and well‑organized service during busy periods and events.
• Ensure full compliance with all food safety, allergy, hygiene, and health standards, including HACCP and company policies.
• Take ownership of mise en place and prep tasks, ensuring all elements are ready and of high quality for service.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs de Partie, helping to develop their technical skills and kitchen knowledge.
• Attend regular meetings with front‑ and back‑of‑house teams to learn about menu or service changes and specials, and conduct daily tastings.
• Assist in preparation of team meals as requested, considering dietary needs and variety.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude towards learning, improvement, and teamwork.
• Support the deep cleaning of the entire kitchen before close, including wrapping unused items and storing them properly at the end of service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience as a Chef de Partie or similar capacity in a busy, high‑profile venue.
• Passion for food, attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive, proactive, and respectful attitude in a busy kitchen environment.
• Culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 1 or 2) is a plus but not essential.
• Ability to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School.
• Flexibility to work shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Capacity to take direction, work in a team environment, and exercise autonomy where required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Team meals prepared by our chefs during shifts.
• 50% discount on Food & Drink 7 days a week.
• Staff room rates.
• Health cash plan (option to cover up to two additional dependents).
• Dental plan (option to add up to two additional dependents).
• Birthday day off after one year of continuous service.
• Up to 50% staff discount on Cowshed & Soho Home.
• Two days paid per year to support a chosen charity in partnership with Soho Impact.
• Access to Cookhouse & House tonic programmes for training and events.
• Continuous training to develop personal and professional skills.
• Regular team events, including fitness, cinema, and art classes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Soho House and Caterer.com agree to a non‑discriminatory hiring process in accordance with applicable law and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.