Chef at The Fox Excel

Apply for Chef at The Fox Excel in London, ENG, GB. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Chef de Partie — Fox Excel

Fox Excel is a Grade II listed former tobacco warehouse in the Royal Docks, operating as a gastro pub, restaurant, bar, and events venue with a capacity of 1,200 guests. We sit right next to ExCeL London, one of the UK's busiest conference centres, so our kitchen runs the full range: quality bar food, a proper restaurant menu, and high-volume event catering — often on the same day. We're looking for a Chef de Partie who owns their section, keeps standards consistent under pressure, and takes pride in the food they put out.

The Role

You’ll run your section across a varied service mix, from restaurant covers to large-scale delegate catering. Volume is not an excuse for dropping standards here. You prep, you organise, you execute to spec — every service.

What You'll Do

• Own your section from prep through to service, clean and ready before the first cover drops
• Execute dishes to the Head Chef's spec, consistently
• Manage your mise en place to reduce waste and control costs
• Adapt across volume — quieter midweek covers to full-capacity event days
• Monitor quality from your section before it reaches the pass
• Keep your section clean and compliant with food hygiene standards
• Support junior kitchen team members when needed

What We're Looking For

• Proven Chef de Partie experience in a busy, high-volume kitchen
• Strong section discipline — you don't need chasing for prep or standards
• Sound allergen and food hygiene knowledge (Level 2 minimum)
• A team-first attitude
• Event catering experience is a bonus; we'll back the right person to learn

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (discussed at interview)
• Meals on shift
• Staff discounts across the venue
• Genuine progression — we promote from within
• Real variety across restaurant, bar, and large-scale events

Location

Royal Docks, London E16 — two minutes from ExCeL London, well connected by DLR and Elizabeth line.

Fox Excel is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time, Full-time

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

Benefits: Discounted or free food

Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person