Soho House & Co
Senior Chef de Partie - 76 Dean Street, Central London
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Senior Chef de Partie - 76 Dean Street, Central London
Senior Chef de Partie
About the Role
At Soho House, a Senior Chef de Partie supports the kitchen brigade in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our members and guests. You will play a key role in preparing, cooking, and presenting exceptional dishes that align with the club’s food philosophy.
Your primary responsibility is to demonstrate technical expertise, a robust understanding of kitchen operations, and a proactive approach to training, hygiene, and consistency. You will also contribute to menu development, ensure adherence to allergy procedures and dietary requirements, and act as a role model for more junior kitchen staff.
Key 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-organised 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 of high quality and readily available
- Assist in training and mentoring Commis Chefs and Demi Chefs de Partie, fostering their technical skills and kitchen knowledge
- Attend regular meetings with front- and back-of-house teams to stay informed about menu adjustments, service changes, and specials, along with daily tastings
- Help prepare team meals as needed, taking dietary needs and variety into account
- Demonstrate a proactive attitude towards learning, improvement, and teamwork
- Support with deep cleaning of the entire kitchen before close
- Properly wrap and store unused items in designated areas post-service
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What’s in It for You?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package:
Compensation & Perks
- Weekly pay
- Access to team meals prepared by our chefs while on shift
- Soho Friends Membership
- 50% team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week
- Staff Room Rates
Health & Wellbeing
- Health Cash Plan (option to extend to 2 additional dependents)
- Dental Plan (option to add up to 2 additional dependents)
- Birthday Day Off after 1 year’s continuous service
Discounts & Opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on Sungrab (formerly Cowshed) and Soho Home products
- 2 paid days per year (in conjunction with Soho Impact) to volunteer for a charity of your choice
- Free counselling sessions
Training & Development
- Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes: Unique food and drink training, events, and opportunities for education and inspiration
- Continuous professional development to grow both personally and as a chef
- Training in technical and managerial skills to support your career progression
- Monthly team events, including fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes
Soho House provides competitive compensation packages alongside global benefits and perks, ideal whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or the chance to expand your culinary career.
Key Duties (Repeated for Emphasis)
- Deliver dishes to high standards
- Maintain efficiency and service excellence with the Sous Chef and Head Chef
- Adhere to food safety, allergy compliance, and hygiene protocols
- Oversee mise en place and preparation duties
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
- Adapt to menu updates, special occasions, and service conditions
- Prepare dietary-conscious team meals where required
- Contribute to kitchen maintenance and end-of-service clean-up
- Wrap and store unused ingredients appropriately
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What We Are Looking For
A strong candidate for the Senior Chef de Partie position at Soho House will:
- Have up to 2 years’ experience in a high-pressure, high-profile culinary environment
- Demonstrate a natural flair for first-class service
- Be reliable, friendly, and eager to be a key team player
- Have a minimum 2+ years’ experience in this or a comparable role
Essential Qualities & Attributes
- Passion for food, exceptional attention to detail
- Strong desire to learn and grow
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Positive, proactive, and respectful attitude in a busy kitchen environment
Helpful (But Not Mandatory)
- Culinary qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 1 or 2)
Professional Requirements
- The ability to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule and Club School programme
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required
- Strong ability to take direction, work collaboratively, and operate independently
Salary Information (UK)
Salaries for this role start at: £17.50 per hour (note: pay range varies by geography).
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