Chef De Partie
16 hours ago
City of London
Salary: £34,000 + Service Charge & Great Benefits About Park Hyatt London River Thames Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and indoor pool. Duties and responsibilities related to the Chef de Partie role Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our Park Hyatt London River Thames team. In this role, you will take ownership of a designated section of the kitchen, working closely with the Sous Chef and wider culinary team to bring our new immersive dining experience to life. Magic Table is an immersive 3D dining experience where each table is transformed into a captivating storyteller, guided by the guest’s personal choices. Making its London debut at the exclusive Tamisé, this one-of-a-kind event features world-renowned magicians Thommy Ten & Amélie van Tass. The working hours for this role are Wednesday to Sunday, 3pm to 10pm. As a Chef de Partie, you will lead your section with precision, creativity, and consistency. You’ll be expected to uphold the highest culinary standards, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to the seamless execution of our diverse menus. • Section Leadership: Manage and oversee a specific kitchen section, ensuring it is well-prepared, organised, and operating at the highest standard., • Menu Execution: Prepare and present dishes with consistency in flavour, texture, and presentation, contributing to an exceptional guest dining experience., • Team Development: Support and guide Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented kitchen environment., • Inventory & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, assist with ordering, and ensure proper storage and rotation to maintain freshness and reduce waste., • Compliance & Hygiene: Uphold rigorous food safety and hygiene standards in line with HACCP and company policies., • Operational Efficiency: Maintain cleanliness and functionality of kitchen equipment and workstations, ensuring smooth service across all meal periods., • Innovation & Creativity: Contribute ideas to menu development, seasonal specials, and unique culinary experiences that reflect our brand’s identity. About You • Proven experience in hotel culinary operations, with the ability to manage and lead a section independently, • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and HACCP compliance, • Excellent communication and leadership skills to support and inspire junior team members, • Previous experience in a Chef de Partie role within a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant, • Proven work experience or exposure to London-based hotels, with knowledge of UK hospitality standards, local compliance (e.g., Food Hygiene Rating Scheme), and service expectations for international guests, • Level 2 or higher food safety certification is preferred, with strict adherence to health and safety regulations We’re proud to offer exceptional benefits which include: • 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide, • Discounted hotel stays for you, your family, and friends from day one, • Free meals on duty, • 50% discount on food and beverages when dining as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels, • Complimentary laundering of business attire, • Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme, • Continuous learning and development opportunities with clear career progression across Hyatt Hotels worldwide At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company! Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care. Next Steps: Apply today for this Chef de Partie role and start your journey with Hyatt!