Banqueting Chef de Partie

We’re looking for a Chef de Partie to join our Banqueting Kitchen team at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London. Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

As a Chef de Partie at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London we expect from you:

• To ensure that all food is cooked and presented to excellent quality as devised by the Senior Chefs.
• To work under the direction of the Senior Chefs and manage the Commis and Demi Chefs.
• To clean and maintain all kitchen areas, including equipment and tools to Safe and Sound standards.
• To place food orders as required for the daily production.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be working on a shift basis, Monday to Sunday, 39 hours a week. Shift patterns will be in the morning, afternoon and evening (including weekends and bank holidays), so flexibility is required.

To be a successful Chef de Partie, you will ideally have previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a luxury environment, excellent attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and most importantly, genuine interest in providing outstanding service to our guests.

Our Commitment To You:

• Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all levels of staff, with targeted development programs to get you ready for the next step in your career.
• 3 complimentary nights per year, increasing to 5 with length of service.
• Discounted stays at our beautiful properties across the Group.
• Access to discounts and deals with over 500 popular high street retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
• 50% F&B & Spa discount.
• Complimentary Westfield Healthcare cash plan, children added at no extra cost.
• Friends & Family hotel rate and Spa discount.
• Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme.
• Free meals on duty & uniform dry‑cleaning services.
• Increased holiday entitlement with Length of Service, up to 33 days off.
• 1 paid Charity Day per year to dedicate to a charity of your choice.
• Free Life Insurance benefits whilst in service.
• Company pension plan.
• Access to Hospitality Action’s Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Recognition Programmes.
• Colleague social events and wellness programmes.

Sustainability at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park:

Corporate responsibility values are deeply ingrained in Mandarin Oriental’s culture, and sustainability implications are carefully considered with every decision across the Group, aligning our sustainable development efforts with the industry criteria set by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. We strive for a better future for the next generation. Protecting the environment, people and communities are the fundamental pillars to which we devote our efforts. We are very proud of the initiatives our colleagues have implemented to help us on the path to achieving our sustainability goals, such as single‑use plastic elimination, ethical supply chain and procurement, community and colleague engagement, technology practices and waste reduction. We are committed to doing the right thing, every day.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is better for everyone. Bringing individuals together is essential to the long‑term success of our people, our business and the societies and economies in which we operate. All colleagues, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, background or religion, should be treated fairly and with respect, should be given equal opportunities, and be valued for the contributions they make in their roles. No form of bullying, intimidation, discrimination or harassment of others will be tolerated.

Eligibility to work in the UK:

Please note, all candidates applying for this role must have obtained the right to work and live in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.