At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and deliver high-quality food for events and in-room dining.
- Company: Join the vibrant Sea Containers London, where glamour meets creativity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discounts, free meals, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with excellent training and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic kitchen team and create memorable dining experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 31000 £ per year.
A lifestyle hotel based on London’s eccentric South Bank. With 354 bedrooms, award-winning food and drink outlets and an electric energy, Sea Containers London is a destination where glamour meets brutalism – and it's your London anchor on the River Thames.
As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for managing your section and supporting the delivery of food across multiple outlets and services, including:
- Conferences, banquets, weddings, and private events
- In-room dining
- Staff Canteen
Working alongside a talented kitchen brigade, you'll ensure every dish is prepared and presented to the highest standards while maintaining consistency, efficiency, and excellent food safety practices.
What You'll Be Doing
- Preparing and delivering high-quality food for events, room service, and the staff canteen.
- Taking ownership of your section during preparation and service.
- Supporting the Sous Chefs and Head Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
- Ensuring all food is prepared in line with recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and health & safety.
- Assisting with stock control, food rotation, and minimising waste.
- Supporting junior team members and contributing to a positive team culture.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a hotel, banqueting, events, or high-volume kitchen environment.
- A passion for quality food and hospitality.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
- A proactive and positive approach to teamwork.
- A good understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
Salary: £36,692 p/a + service charge, plus benefits
At Sea Containers London we are committed to giving our employees the skills and support required to deliver extraordinary experiences, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. On top of this we also like to offer our teams a wide range of benefits including:
- Guest experience including dinner and drinks
- 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel
- Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates
- Lore Group Friend and Family Rates
- 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery
- 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars
- Discounts in our spa and cinema
- Contribution towards Health - Cash Plan
- 2 days paid volunteering leave per year
- Life Assurance
- Length of service incentives (additional holiday)
- Bespoke training programmes
- Free meals on duty
- Incentives such as Ride-to-Work and season ticket loan
- Quarterly employee award ceremony and company staff parties
- Employee assistance programme
Location: London
Events Chef de Partie in London employer: Lore Group
Lore Group is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture at Sea Containers London where creativity and teamwork thrive. Employees benefit from competitive pay, free meals on duty, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth, making it a rewarding place to build a career in hospitality.
