At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients in a dynamic kitchen.
- Company: Join Oak View Group, a leader in revolutionising the live events industry.
- Benefits: Earn up to £14.80 per hour, enjoy meals on duty, and benefit from a strong work-life balance.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent learning opportunities and clear paths for career progression.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team and develop your culinary skills in an exciting environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for high-quality food and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 14.8 - 14.8 £ per hour.
Oak View Group is reinventing the way the world comes together. Driven by a passion to revolutionise the live events industry with dynamic thinking and an unshakeable dedication to those we serve, OVG turns up the volume on what makes life extraordinary.
About The Venue: 8 Bishopsgate is a diverse, multi‑outlet tenant driven operation with an incredible range of hospitality. It features two café bars; a restaurant on level 26; The Lookout on level 50; executive dining and meeting rooms; and an auditorium for up to 200 guests. In addition, we cater events across the building.
Role Purpose: We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Chef de Partie to join our growing kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for a true foodie who enjoys working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and wants to be part of a creative kitchen environment. Our menus change seasonally with worldwide influences, alongside a daily changing menu on a four‑week cycle, offering constant learning and development opportunities for the right candidate.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Prepare and deliver high quality dishes, ensuring consistency and presentation standards are always met and exceeded.
- Take a hands‑on approach in the kitchen, leading your section with confidence and setting the standard during service.
- Collaborate closely with the wider kitchen and front‑of‑house teams to ensure smooth and efficient service.
What We’re Looking For: A proactive and detail‑oriented Chef de Partie with a passion for high quality food and strong organisational skills. You will be confident running your own section, maintaining consistency and presentation standards, and supporting the wider team during busy service periods. A positive attitude, willingness to take initiative, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential. This role would suit a chef who is eager to learn, enjoys creativity, and wants to develop within a progressive kitchen environment.
Good to know: The role offers up to £14.80 per hour with a predominantly Monday to Friday schedule, supporting a strong work‑life balance. The business is closed on Easter, Christmas, and all bank holidays, and meals are provided while on duty. You’ll also benefit from excellent learning and development opportunities, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and clear routes for internal progression, making this a fantastic opportunity for both stability and long‑term career growth.
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Our Inclusion Commitments: OVG is for everyone. Diversity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Wherever you come from, wherever you are going, we’d love to hear from you. If you need any additional support or adjustments with your application, let us know and we will work with you to ensure you have everything you need.
Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work: 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.
Chef de Partie (Monday - Friday) employer: Oak View Group
Oak View Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises a dynamic and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for passionate chefs to thrive. With a focus on creativity and seasonal ingredients, the Chef de Partie role offers not only competitive pay but also a strong work-life balance, as the business is closed on holidays and provides meals during shifts. Employees benefit from extensive learning opportunities and clear paths for career progression, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling experience in a vibrant kitchen environment.
