Chef de Partie – Hospitality, Events & Fine Dining - Liverpool Street, London

Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week - £17.14 per hour

We are looking for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team at a prestigious site near Liverpool Street.

You will be involved in the delivery of daily office catering, corporate hospitality, fine dining-style service, canapés and high-volume events, making this an excellent opportunity for a Chef de Partie looking to develop their experience within a premium contract catering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Run an allocated section of the kitchen efficiently and to consistently high standards.
• Prepare, cook and present dishes to agreed recipes, presentation standards and portion specifications.
• Support the delivery of high-volume events and hospitality services, ensuring food is prepared accurately, consistently and on time.
• Work across a range of services including daily office catering, corporate hospitality, events, receptions, canapés and formal dining.
• Maintain excellent presentation standards, particularly when producing food for VIP, client and event functions.
• Work effectively under pressure during busy service periods and large-scale events while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Ensure all food is produced in line with client expectations, agreed menus and presentation specifications.
• Supervise, support and train Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants within your section.

About You

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie within hospitality, events, fine dining or high-end contract catering.
• Confident preparing and presenting refined, high-quality dishes and canapés to exacting standards.
• Experience working across corporate events, private functions, receptions, hospitality services and busy restaurant-style environments.
• Strong cooking skills with excellent knowledge of preparation, cooking techniques and presentation.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly when producing food for events and premium hospitality services.
• Creative and knowledgeable about current food trends, modern presentation and contemporary cuisine.
• Previous experience within contract catering is desirable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, particularly during busy event services.
• Able to remain calm, organised and professional under pressure.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene, health & safety and allergen procedures.
• Experience supporting, supervising and developing Commis Chefs and junior kitchen team members.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Passionate about food, hospitality and delivering an exceptional guest experience.
• Flexible and willing to support different areas of the kitchen and wider operation when required.