Senior Chef de Partie — Elevate Kitchens, Lead & Mentor

Soho House & Co; New London (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Team meal on shift

Soho Friends

Food & Drink discount

Staff room rates

Health Cash Plan

Dental Plan

Birthday day off

Cowshed & Soho Home discount

Charity days

Counselling sessions

Cookhouse & Tonic training

Continuous training

Team events

Job summary

Soho House is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to support the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences for our members and guests. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes aligned with the club’s philosophy, while demonstrating technical expertise and a proactive attitude toward training and hygiene.

You will contribute to menu development, ensure allergy procedures, and act as a role model for junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in similar capacity.
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Culinary qualification (NVQ Level 1 or 2) is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your section to the highest standards in 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.

Skills

2+ years experience

Attention to detail

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 1/2

Job description

Soho House is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie to support the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences for our members and guests. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes aligned with the club’s philosophy, while demonstrating technical expertise and a proactive attitude toward training and hygiene.

You will contribute to menu development, ensure allergy procedures, and act as a role model for junior staff.