Job Title: Chef de Partie
Location: London
Salary: £32,000 (dependent on experience) + overtime
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Reform Club is one of the most prestigious private members’ clubs in London with a long and intriguing history. Housed in a historic Grade 1 listed building in Westminster, The Reform was the first of the traditional gentleman’s clubs to allow women to become members on equal terms. The Reform Club is proud of its liberal-minded and progressive character, a fact that contributes to its enduring vitality.
About the role:
The Reform Club has a unique opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join our world-leading, culturally significant hospitality organisation, based in London’s historic centre, St James’. The successful applicant will be working alongside an extremely talented Head Chef to continue our long and illustrious history of fine dining. They will be highly driven, ambitious, and creative with strong practical experience working within a professional kitchen. You will be committed to upholding high standards and keen to continue developing your knowledge and skills within a prestigious organisation.
The ideal candidate will have:
- 2+ years of experience in a fine dining establishment: 2/3AA rosette kitchen or 5-star hotel
- Experience in running a section in a professional kitchen environment
- NVQ level 3 qualification in professional cookery or equivalent
- An interest in classical techniques and authentic fresh dishes
- Exceptional service standards with attention to detail
- Enthusiasm to succeed and challenge yourself within a busy kitchen
- Ambition and a desire to learn and develop in an exciting, highly reputable kitchen environment
- Ability to work under pressure and be flexible
- Close following of Health & Safety guidelines
- Good command of English with the ability to communicate confidently
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom
- Personality!
Benefits:
- 20 days annual leave plus Blank Holidays (plus one day added for every two years of service)
- Christmas and New Years period off
- Up to £4,000 per year in service charge and bonuses
- Paid overtime after 40 hours worked weekly
- Sociable hours – weekends off and no split shifts
- Statutory Sick Pay
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Season ticket loan scheme
- Subsidised health care
If you’re interested in joining our historic organisation, apply today!
Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Sous Chef, Chef, Demi Chef de Partie, Restaurant Sous Chef, Experienced Chef, Senior Chef De Partie, Kitchen Chef, Catering Chef, Chef Assistant, Food Preparation, Pastry Chef, Cook, Assistant Chef, Kitchen Manager, will also be considered for this role.
