Demi Chef de Partie in City of Westminster

We are seeking an enthusiastic Demi Chef de Partie to join our team within the Main Kitchen here at Claridge’s.

Main Kitchen

At Claridge’s, our Main Kitchen is fast paced, disciplined and collaborative and is the place for chefs who thrive on precision and creativity. Working alongside some of the most talented chefs in London, you will prepare every dish with exacting standards that reflect our commitment to exceptional dining. The Main Kitchen at Claridge’s can be endlessly rewarding for those who take pride in elevating every guest’s experience through outstanding cuisine.

Responsibilities

• The preparation and service of food within the Foyer and Reading Room, In Room Dining and our luxury event space, catering for around 1000 people per day, working alongside the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef.
• Ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• Working with and supporting Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties and First Commis Chefs.
• Ensuring that the kitchen areas, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy.
• Appropriate mise‑en‑place, stock rotation and portion control.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate genuine dedication to Claridge’s and show a commitment to consistent quality in our product and service.
• Experience as a commis chef in a fast paced kitchen environment.
• Hotel experience would be beneficial however not essential.
• You will have a passion for food and quality products, be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

Benefits

• Financial Stability
• Excellent salary package.
• Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Travel Season Ticket Loans.
• Pension Scheme.
• Health and Wellbeing Support
• Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
• Flu vaccination vouchers.
• Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses.
• 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
• On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
• Death in Service salary contribution.
• Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
• A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.
• Recognition and Career Development
• Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500.
• Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
• Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
• In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
• Long service awards.
• Memorable experiences
• Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
• Hotel Guest Experience Stay including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
• 50% Food and Beverage discount across Maybourne.
• Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children’s Party, etc.).
• Wedding and Baby gifts.
• Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.