Chefs for Chefs Ltd
Temp CDP | Cafe-Bistro | Paddington | £16.25ph
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Multiple dates throughout September.
£16.25ph effective rate
We’re seeking an experienced Temporary Chef de Partie (CDP) to support the kitchen team at a busy cafe-bistro in Paddington, London.
This is a great opportunity for a reliable and skilled chef to work in a professional cafe-bistro environment, prepare high-quality food, and help deliver smooth kitchen service.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Temporary Chef de Partie, your duties will include:
- Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes to the required standards.
- Managing your designated kitchen section during food preparation and service.
- Following recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines accurately.
- Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy service periods.
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene, cleanliness, and organization at all times.
- Checking deliveries, rotating stock, and helping to minimize food waste.
- Following allergen, food safety, and kitchen health and safety procedures.
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Chef de Partie Role Expectations
You’ll be expected to work efficiently in a busy cafe-bistro kitchen, maintain high standards across your section, and contribute positively to the overall service. The successful candidate will be adaptable, professional, and confident working as part of a kitchen team.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role.
- Experience working in a cafe, bistro, restaurant, hotel, or commercial kitchen is desirable.
- Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety, and allergen awareness.
- Ability to prepare and present food consistently to a high standard.
- Reliable, organized, and able to work well under pressure.
- Positive communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to support a temporary kitchen assignment in Paddington.
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Why Join This Cafe-Bistro Kitchen Team?
This is an opportunity to work in a professional cafe-bistro setting, gain experience in a busy London kitchen, and contribute to a friendly and hardworking team.
We offer:
- Competitive pay of £16.12 per hour.
- Temporary work in a central London cafe-bistro.
- The opportunity to work with an experienced kitchen team.
- Support from the Chefs for Chefs team throughout your assignment.
Location: Paddington, London
Role: Temporary Chef de Partie
Pay rate: £16.12 per hour
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