Chef de Partie

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Chef de Partie to join our dynamic culinary team in London, United Kingdom. In this role, you'll take ownership of your assigned station, leading food preparation and execution while maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety. You'll work collaboratively with our head chef and kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes that delight our customers, while continuously seeking opportunities to innovate and improve our culinary offerings.

• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and standards set by the head chef and sous chef, ensuring strict adherence to food safety protocols at all times
• Manage your designated station efficiently, overseeing the production of all assigned dishes and maintaining optimal supply levels and cleanliness in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Maintain rigorous quality control standards for all dishes, paying meticulous attention to presentation, taste, and consistency to exceed customer expectations
• Communicate effectively with all team members, providing support and assistance to colleagues to foster a collaborative and inclusive kitchen environment
• Collaborate with the head chef to develop, test, and refine new recipes and menu items, offering creative suggestions for innovation and improvement
• Ensure your station and all kitchen equipment are kept clean, well-organized, and in optimal working condition, conducting regular maintenance checks as needed
• Lead by example, demonstrating resilience and flexibility in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining focus on operational goals
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff on proper techniques, food safety standards, and station procedures as required

• Proven experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar senior kitchen role within a professional culinary environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and culinary methods
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation practices, and HACCP principles
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities with a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency in station management and the ability to lead and support team members
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or equivalent) or willingness to obtain certification
• Culinary training or formal qualification in hospitality/culinary arts (preferred)
• Ability to customize and innovate within established culinary frameworks while respecting organizational standards
• Flexible approach to work schedules, including potential weekend and evening shifts
• Commitment to maintaining inclusive and supportive kitchen practices

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce.

The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each team member to feel respected and able to give their best.

And to support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ED&I (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

And to support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ED&I (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.