BAO Shoreditch is looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join the kitchen team and take ownership of a section with confidence, consistency, and care.
This is a great opportunity for someone who’s already mastered the basics, is confident under pressure, and is ready to take on more responsibility while continuing to grow.
The Restaurant
Tucked into East London’s creative hub, BAO Shoreditch takes its cue from the bustling beef noodle shops of Taiwan - reimagined with a playful, London twist. Upstairs, guests enjoy rich bowls of beef noodle soup, signature BAOs, and a menu full of bold Taiwanese flavours.
Downstairs, there’s a bar and private KTV room, a unique space for late-night drinks, group dining, and the occasional singalong. It brings a fun, unexpected layer to the Shoreditch experience.
Like every BAO restaurant, Shoreditch has its own identity - energetic, characterful, and rooted in great food and service.
As Senior Chef de Partie, you’ll be trusted to lead your section day-to-day, support the junior team, and uphold the high standards our guests expect.
You’ll work closely with the Sous, Senior Sous and Head Chef to keep the kitchen running smoothly, and play a key role in creating a positive, well-organised environment. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in their craft, thrives in service, and is ready to step up.
What you’ll be doing:
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Taking full responsibility for your section during prep and service
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Leading junior chefs and supporting them with training and feedback
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Cooking and plating dishes to a consistently high standard
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Helping manage ordering and prep levels on your section
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Working cleanly and efficiently to keep the kitchen calm and well-organised
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Supporting the Sous, Senior Sous and Head Chef with daily operations and kitchen standards
What we’re looking for:
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Experience as a strong Chef de Partie or current Senior CDP in a fast-paced, quality-led kitchen
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Confident in running a section and mentoring more junior chefs
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A calm, organised approach with a sharp eye for detail
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Supportive and kind - someone who builds others up and communicates clearly
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A positive presence in the kitchen who leads by example
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A desire to keep learning and contribute to a high-performing, thoughtful team
The Benefits
We want working at BAO to feel like stepping into a warm, fluffy bao - soft, supportive, and full of good stuff. Here's what you'll get as part of the team:
Work-Life Balance
- 6 shifts across 5 days, with a maximum of one double shift
- Paid overtime
- Rotas released two weeks in advance so you can plan ahead
Growth & Development
- Personalised development plans tailored to your goals
- Access to School of BAO, a series of talks, workshops and fieldtrips
Perks & Discounts
- Up to 50% off food and drink across all BAO restaurants and discounts across friends in the industry
- Access to curated wine and meat suppliers at trade prices
Rewards & Recognition
- BAOcoin - earn rewards for living BAO values, then spend them in the BAOshop
- BAO Pyramid Scheme - earn up to £500 for referring someone to join the team
Milestones
- Extra holiday and perks to celebrate work anniversaries and milestones
Celebrations
- Annual Wei Ya & BAO Awards Party
- BAO Social Clubs: Grandma’s Home Cooking Club, Hot Pot Supperclub
BAO quite literally means steamed bun. But BAO means so much more than that, a cult brand with a cult following that aims to inspire with design through food. Founded in 2013 by family trio, Erchen Chang, Shing Tat Chung and Wai Ting Chung in a carpark in East London to now spanning 7 restaurants across London, where each has its own story of Taiwanese Culture with unique experience, narrative and menu.
At BAO we seek people who warm our souls through cooking and hospitality. We strive to cultivate an environment where our design is inspiring, where our unconventional way of thinking bring humour and innovation; our detail challenges you to do your best.
