Job Description
Chef de Partie
Imperial London Hotels Group
40 hours a week (Fully flexible 5 out 7 days)
£31,113.00 + Benefits + Service Charge
Since 1837 Imperial London Hotels have been offering our guest a warm welcome across our 7 Hotels located in Bloomsbury, central London. From our charming 34-bedroom boutique The Morton Hotel to our largest site, and the largest hotel in the UK Royal National Hotel at 1630-bedrooms, there is a role here for everyone.
We are now recruiting Chef de Partie (Mat Cover) .
Our Chefs have a passion for hospitality, using their culinary skills to deliver an unforgettable dining experience for our guests.
As Chef De Partie you ll support your Sous Chef and Head Chef in delivering a consistently high-quality product within your section of responsibility, taking ownership to ensure presentation, taste and texture is followed as per Chef directions so that all food is delivered to a high standard and in a timely fashion. You ll coach and develop newer chefs in their learning process, sharing your knowledge and passion always leading by example and ensure the team are aware of menu, any promotions, seasonal changes.
With your knowledge of all F&B items on the menu, you ll be able to recommend combinations and upsell alternatives, bringing new ideas to the team to develop menus and recipes. Taking an active part in minimising wastage and stock supplies, you ll highlight any issues to the senior kitchen team.
Overall, you ll demonstrate an attitude that exceeds our guests expectations with the ability to handle any enquiries in a courteous and efficient manner, reporting any complaints to Sous or Head Chef as necessary.
Key Duties:
Prepares in advance food, beverages, materials, and equipment needed for the service.
Provide direction to the Kitchen staff, including Commis/Breakfast Chefs and Kitchen Porters.
Demonstrate service attributes in accordance with industry expectations and company standards, such as managing the production of daily allergen sheets, managing guest complaints, and accurately and promptly fulfilling guest requests.
Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to enhance your experienced in kitchen operations, we offer a range of roles, including Sous Chef, and Head Chef, with clear progression paths and training opportunities from day one.
No two days are the same. You'll work in a vibrant, bustling kitchen where creativity and teamwork are essential to success.
Every day is different, with the opportunity to work in a busy yet supportive kitchen. You'll be part of a dedicated team that ensures every dish is prepared to perfection, creating meals that captivate every guest. Based in Bloomsbury, you'll be in the heart of London, working at Bedford Hotel, with 184 rooms. It s a magical place to be, offering a ground-floor restaurant bar, a secret garden and two naturally designed event spaces.
What We re Looking For:
3 Years of experience as a Chef de Partie or Breakfast Chef in the hotel industry
Proven supervisory experience gained through working in a busy kitchen operations
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Strong foundation in cooking techniques
Passion for food
Team-oriented attitude
Creative flair for presentation
Eye for perfection
Problem-solving skills
Thrive in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility to work varied shifts such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends
Desirable (Not Essential but a Plus!):
Level 3 Supervising Food Safety or equivalent qualification
Proficiency in multiple languages
What you ll get in return:
28 Days Holiday pro-rata increasing with length of service up to 33 days
Free meals on duty
Uniform & dry-cleaning
Workplace pension scheme
£300 Refer a Friend Scheme
Employee recognition
Employee awards
Social events
Interest-free Season Ticket Loan / Travelcard Loan
50% discount to friends and family in our hotels on hotel rooms & 20% discount in our restaurants (subject to availability)
Local discounts at Gym, Dry Cleaners, Bowling and Restaurant outlets
Early Pay - Instantly access a portion of the pay you ve already earned
Shopping discounts across several high-street brands and online retailers (via Each Person)
Nursery Scheme via Each Person (subject to eligibility)
Mental health first aiders support & well-being
Employee Assistance Programme- Supported by Hospitality Action
You can explore additional benefits here:
About Us:
We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests, and we believe that starts with the right team.
Are you ready to take your culinary skills to the next level and contribute to our new generation of hoteliers? Please reach out to us today!
