Job Ref: STR2173
Branch: Strand Palace Hotel
Location: Strand, London (Central)
Salary/Benefits: £32,537.00 per annum + Tronc
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 39
Posted date: 14/08/2026
Closing date: 13/09/2026
Develop your career at Strand Palace – Great Place to Work
Join our team at Strand Palace, in the heart of central London! We are looking for a dedicated Chef De Partie to join our kitchen team to help us deliver exceptional dining experiences. Help us bring our mission of ‘Serving London Love’ to life!
Benefits of Working at Strand Palace
Working at Strand Palace comes with a range of perks designed to support your growth, well-being, and enjoyment at work. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:
- Instant access to your wages through Wagestream – no more waiting for payday!
- Free meals on every shift – breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Earn up to £300 with our ‘Introduce a Friend’ bonus scheme when you refer someone great.
- Free laundry and dry cleaning – saving you time and money.
- Enjoy a paid half-day off on your birthday – because you deserve to celebrate!
- Clear career pathways with paid training, development courses, and apprenticeship opportunities to help you grow and succeed.
- Regular team socials and parties, including fun nights out at London activity bars – with free food, drinks, and great company.
- A paid volunteering day each year to support a cause close to your heart.
- 24/7 access to confidential support services, including counselling, legal advice, and financial guidance.
- Northbank Privilege Card – giving you discounts at local shops, restaurants, and attractions.
- Health cashback plan for dental, vision, and physiotherapy expenses.
- 50% off food and drinks in our hotel bar and restaurant – for you and your friends and family.
- Exclusive discounted room rates at Strand Palace for you and your loved ones.
- Special discounts at hotels around the world, including the L+R Hotels collection.
What You Will Be Doing
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to menu standards, specified recipes, and portion guidelines for all outlets
- Ensure Mise-en-place is completed according to the schedule, with all preparations ready for service.
- Supervise and manage the allocated section, ensuring all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standard while adhering to food safety and health safety regulations.
- Adhere to all food safety standards and follow daily/weekly procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling, and storage checks, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Monitor stock levels and notify senior chefs of shortages in advance to avoid disruption.
What We’re Looking For
- Go above and beyond to create unforgettable guest experiences.
- Previous experience preferable
- Confident conversationalist, always engaging with guests
- Passion to deliver excellent experiences
Join a Great Place to Work - Welcome to Strand Palace
Strand Palace has proudly earned the Great Place to Work certification, and for good reason. We’re more than just a hotel - we’re a team that values connection, quality, and a little fun along the way. Our culture thrives on exceptional service, genuine interactions, and a shared passion for hospitality.
We describe ourselves as confident, creative, and personable - if that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in. At Strand Palace, you'll join a friendly community. From themed staff lunches and charity walks to Executive Team breakfast service and monthly Town Hall events, we host a wide range of well-being activities that help our teams connect, recharge, and celebrate achievements across the hotel.
We’re also proud to be leaders in sustainability and social impact. Strand Palace has been awarded the Green Key for two consecutive years and is part of the FuturePlus programme - a commitment to creating a positive impact across environmental sustainability, social responsibility, diversity and inclusion, and climate action.
Come be part of something meaningful.
Join us at Strand Palace - where your personality and purpose can shine.
