Senior Chef de Partie — Lead a Fast-Paced Fresh Kitchen

GAUCHO; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food bill at GAUCHO

Apprenticeship scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing platform

Career development

Staff breakfast and dinner on every-sh

Job summary

GAUCHO Cardiff is seeking an experienced Senior Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section in a busy, fresh-food environment. You will be part of a fast-paced team, delivering dishes to spec and guiding junior staff with strong leadership and clear communication.

The role requires running a section, managing a small team, and collaborating with Head Chef and Sous Chefs on planning, costing and daily operations. Competitive benefits are on offer for development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen section in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong focus on fresh produce and quality.
• Organised and able to communicate effectively with team.
• Ability to manage a small team and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a kitchen section to a high standard.
• Coordinate with Head Chef & Sous Chefs on specials, GP% and payroll matters.
• Ensure inbound deliveries are checked for quality and consistency.
• Maintain kitchen structure and mentor junior chefs and porters.
• Assist with specials planning and daily ops across the kitchen.
• Ensure health and safety practices are followed and stock control is maintained.

Skills

Section leadership

High-pressure kitchen

Food quality focus

Team communication

Job description

GAUCHO Cardiff is seeking an experienced Senior Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen section in a busy, fresh-food environment. You will be part of a fast-paced team, delivering dishes to spec and guiding junior staff with strong leadership and clear communication.

The role requires running a section, managing a small team, and collaborating with Head Chef and Sous Chefs on planning, costing and daily operations. Competitive benefits are on offer for development and wellbeing.