Senior Chef de Partie - London

Lexington Catering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie for a role at Abbey Road Studios. This position requires a skilled chef with experience in high-end, fast-paced kitchens. Responsibilities include leading the allocated section, maintaining quality, and supporting junior staff. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude, with opportunities for leadership development. Embrace a collaborative kitchen culture that prioritizes exceptional service and creativity.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-end, fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Strong health, safety, and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and ingredients for allocated section.
• Lead service of allocated section under supervision.
• Maintain quality of prep and final product.
• Enforce health and hygiene standards.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational and time management skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of baking, cooking and grilling techniques

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive, positive attitude

Teamwork efficiency

Job description

Senior Chef de Partie - London

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focus on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.

Role Overview

The role of Senior Chef de Partie at Abbey Road Studios requires a skilled and passionate chef with experience in high‑end, fast‑paced environments. Our CDPs are integral to delivering exceptional quality across daily service, artist catering and event menus, from breakfast through to bespoke private sessions. Pride, creativity and consistency are key, as is a collaborative, “all hands on deck” approach to ensure every meal reflects the artistry and atmosphere Abbey Road is known for. Strong health, safety and food hygiene practices are essential, following clear processes and supporting the Head Chef and wider team in delivering a world class experience to every guest. This role is well suited to a Senior Chef de Partie looking to develop their leadership skills, broaden operational responsibility and progress toward a Junior Sous Chef position within a supportive, high‑performance kitchen environment.

Reporting

As a Senior Chef de Partie your direct line managers are the Sous Chef (for daily operations), with oversight from the Executive Chef. You will be required to attend quarterly review meetings with the Executive Chef to monitor performance and progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up all required MEP and equipment for the successful operation of the allocated section (sauce / larder / prep / events) for breakfast and lunch services.
• Lead the service of the allocated section under the supervision of the Sous and Head Chef.
• Prepare ingredients, MEP, recipes and deliver the final product for daily menus as instructed by the line manager, in collaboration with colleagues.
• Ensure consistency and quality of prep and final product by following Abbey Road Studios prep sheets and recipes, under the guidance of line managers.
• Optimise the prep and cooking processes, maintaining speed, efficiency and quality in equal measure.
• Enforce strict health and hygiene standards, completing daily checks including (but not limited to) temperature records, cleaning schedules, labelling and HACCP documentation.
• Monitor portion control and wastage across the allocated section.
• Track stock levels and ingredient availability for your section, requesting orders from the line manager as required.
• Complete daily opening and closing checklists for the allocated section, with line manager sign‑off.
• Support, mentor and train Commis Chefs and Kitchen Porters, contributing to their development through clear guidance, feedback and example.
• Carry out weekly compliance checks and deep cleans.
• Maintain flexibility in hours, shifts and location in line with business needs (any changes to the standard working pattern will be agreed at least 48 hours in advance).
• Help maintain a culture of smooth, friendly cooperation and a positive working environment amongst your team.
• Support events catering when required, assisting with prep, service and set‑up alongside the Senior Chef.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, written and oral
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good knowledge of the standards of baking, cooking and grilling techniques
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to quickly learn new recipes & cooking procedures
• Proactive, positive attitude
• Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in a team environment