Corporate Chef de Partie – Monday–Friday | Aldgate Station
Location: Aldgate Station, City of London (Exact location withheld)
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Days: Monday – Friday
Shift Pattern: Between 7:00am – 6:00pm, depending on business requirements
Holiday Entitlement: 23 days plus Bank Holidays
Probation Period: 6 months
Start Date: 1 July 2026
About the Role
We are looking for a talented and passionate Chef de Partie to join our corporate catering team in the City of London. Working within a professional corporate environment, you will be responsible for managing your assigned kitchen section, ensuring consistently high standards of food preparation, presentation, hygiene, and service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional food, enjoys working as part of a supportive team, and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and organise your assigned kitchen section before service.
- Complete daily mise en place and ensure all ingredients are available and correctly stored.
- Cook and present dishes to company standards during service.
- Maintain excellent food quality, consistency, and portion control.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures.
- Keep your workstation clean, organised, and hygienic throughout the shift.
- Monitor stock levels, minimise waste, and report shortages when necessary.
- Support, guide, and assist junior team members as required.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a smooth and efficient service.
- Complete end-of-shift cleaning, storage, and handover procedures.
What We’re Looking For
- 2–4 years’ experience working in a professional kitchen environment.
- Professional culinary qualification or equivalent kitchen experience.
- Food Safety & Hygiene certification with strong HACCP knowledge.
- Strong cooking, food preparation, and food presentation skills.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Knowledge of stock control, waste reduction, and cost awareness.
- Ability to maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
- Experience supporting, supervising, or training junior team members.
- Reliable, organised, and passionate about delivering excellent food and service.
Benefits
- Pension and life assurance
- Health cash plan for you and your dependents
- Cycle to work scheme
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Friendly work environment with a sense of community
- Holiday Purchase scheme
About Bennett Hay
At Bennett Hay, we are known for delivering exceptional guest service and creating memorable experiences across London. Our personalised approach ensures every detail is perfect for our clients and their guests. As proud recipients of the Investors in People Gold accreditation, we are committed to the wellbeing and professional growth of our colleagues.
If you’re passionate about hospitality and looking to join a supportive and friendly team, we’d love to hear from you.
Please do not call our Head Office for vacancy-related questions, as our HR Recruitment team is not always on site and prefer emails.
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
