Chef de Partie & Sous Chef – Heathrow Airport in Brent

Chef de Partie & Sous Chef – Heathrow Airport

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Temp-to-Perm and Casual Shifts Available
Location: Heathrow Airport (landside and airside venues)
Pay: £15.00 – £17.50 per hour, depending on role and experience, paid monthly
Hours: Full-time, part-time and flexible casual shifts across a 24/7 operation
About Aviserv
Aviserv is a specialist recruitment partner to the aviation, hospitality and facilities management sectors. We're growing our chef team at Heathrow Airport, supplying skilled Chefs de Partie and Sous Chefs to busy airport restaurants, lounges, hotels and catering operations.
Two ways to work with us
Temp-to-Perm: Start on a temporary basis with a clear path to a permanent role with one of our Heathrow clients.
Casual / Flexible: Pick up shifts as they become available, ideal if you want to fit work around other commitments.
The Role
Airport kitchens never stop. Travellers expect quality food delivered on time, from the breakfast rush before the first departures to full lounge service late into the evening. Whether you're running a section or leading the brigade, you'll keep standards high, food safe and the kitchen organised under pressure.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, cook and present dishes to recipe specifications and presentation standards
Run your section, or the wider kitchen, confidently during peak periods
Supervise and guide commis chefs and kitchen porters on shift
Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and allergen controls, including accurate labelling and HACCP records
Support or manage ordering, stock control, rotation and waste reduction
Monitor food quality and consistency throughout service
Contribute ideas to menu planning and development
Sous Chefs: support the Head Chef with rotas and day-to-day kitchen management, and lead the kitchen in their absence
Follow all airport security procedures and site rules at all times
What We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in a high-volume kitchen
Background in hotels, banqueting, contract catering, restaurants or travel hospitality
Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate as a minimum (Level 3 desirable, and preferred for Sous Chefs)
Solid understanding of allergen management and food safety standards
Ability to stay calm, organised and consistent under pressure
Flexibility to work early mornings, late shifts, weekends and bank holidays
Reliable transport to Heathrow for early and late shifts
Heathrow Security Requirements
All roles require a Heathrow ID pass. To be eligible, you must:
Have the right to work in the UK
Provide a checkable 5-year history of employment, education or other activity, with references
Pass a basic criminal record check (DBS)
Complete airport security awareness training (we'll support you through this)
What We Offer
£15.00 – £17.50 per hour, depending on role, experience and venue
Weekly pay
Flexible shifts to suit your availability
Clear route to permanent employment
Support with your Heathrow ID pass application
Experience across a range of leading airport venues
How to Apply
Apply now with your CV and a short note on your kitchen experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our recruitment team.
Application Questions
Which role are you applying for: Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or both?
Where are you based, and how would you travel to Heathrow?
Are you interested in temp-to-perm, casual shifts, or both?
Can you provide a full 5-year work and address history with no unexplained gaps?
What level of Food Hygiene certificate do you hold? xgikmsk
Which days and shift times are you available to work?
Are you comfortable with an hourly rate of £15.00 – £17.50?
Requirements
Chef experience: 1 year (required)
English: required
UK work authorisation: required