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Chef de Partie - Headstart Recruitment Ltd - Richmond

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19 August 2026146 views

CHEF DE PARTIE – CATERING

South West London
£36,500 per year + Paid Overtime + Excellent Benefits
Full-Time | 45 hours per week


We are currently recruiting an experienced Chef de Partie to join a well-established, high-quality catering operation in South West London.
This is a great opportunity for a chef looking for a stable, professional environment with excellent benefits, ongoing development and a strong work-life structure.


The Role

Working alongside the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen brigade, you will:

  • Prepare and deliver high-quality food across a busy catering operation
  • Manage your section and maintain consistent standards
  • Complete daily mise en place according to business requirements and functions
  • Ensure correct food storage, stock rotation and date labelling
  • Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness and organisation
  • Work confidently across different sections, including larder and sauce
  • Support and mentor junior members of the kitchen team
  • Follow HACCP, food hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
  • Assist with functions, events and larger-volume food production
  • Help minimise waste and maintain quality within agreed food costs

About You

We are looking for someone with:

  • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie ready to progress
  • Experience within catering, hotels, private members' clubs, events or high-volume quality kitchens
  • Strong knowledge of food hygiene and Health & Safety
  • Ability to organise and manage your own section
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent is desirable
  • A reliable and professional approach

Package & Benefits

  • £36,500 annual salary
  • Paid overtime / time off in lieu
  • £600 staff fund paid twice yearly after qualifying period
  • 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
  • Additional life leave
  • Generous pension scheme with company matching up to 15% after qualifying period
  • On-site parking
  • Staff referral scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Staff events and access to selected leisure activities/facilities
  • Death in Service benefit of 4× salary

Apply with your CV to be considered for the position.

  • Experience
    Not required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    £36,000 – £36,500 yearly
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

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Headstart Recruitment Ltd is a Sutton-based hospitality recruitment agency specialising in placing chefs into restaurants and hotels across London and Surrey.

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