Senior Chef De Partie (Dinner) - Full Time - London

About Food+

At Food+ , we are a global collective of culinary experts, food service professionals, and innovators delivering exceptional food experiences that fuel the creative minds behind one of the world’s leading tech companies.

We don’t just serve food — we create experiences that support the people building tomorrow’s technology. Passionate about sustainability, well-being, and culinary excellence, we are proud to be at the forefront of workplace hospitality.

This is more than just a job — it’s a place where your ideas can make a real impact, where you’ll work alongside a dynamic, supportive team in a truly innovative environment.

The Role – Senior Chef de Partie

As a Senior CDP , you will work closely with the Head Chef and Café Manager, taking a lead role in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality dishes across a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen. You’ll help ensure smooth kitchen operations and maintain the highest culinary standards, while also mentoring junior chefs and supporting the development of the team.

You will play a key role in upholding health and safety, food hygiene standards, and Compass Group procedures. This role calls for a passionate, experienced chef who is both a creative team player and a dependable leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sections of the kitchen with confidence and precision

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen

• Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency

• Train, coach and support junior team members

• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards

• Monitor stock, assist in ordering, and reduce food waste

• Contribute to menu development and innovation

• Uphold a clean, safe, and positive working environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie, ideally in a high-volume or corporate catering setting

• Strong culinary skills and deep knowledge of modern food trends

• Leadership qualities with a collaborative, can-do attitude

• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent understanding of health and safety and food hygiene regulations (Level 2/3 Food Safety qualification desirable)

• Passion for food, sustainability, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Get in Return

• Monday to Friday working pattern – enjoy your weekends!

• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays – plus your birthday off

• Delicious, complimentary meals during your shift

• Training & development opportunities to grow your career

• Access to hundreds of Compass benefits & discounts (e.g. cinema tickets, retail, childcare vouchers)

• Work in a vibrant, modern office environment with like-minded professionals

About Restaurant Associates

Part of the Compass Group, Restaurant Associates delivers exceptional hospitality services across workplace, cultural, and heritage venues. We partner with some of the UK’s most iconic spaces and forward-thinking companies to deliver food experiences that inspire and delight.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Diversity is our strength, and we believe that empowering our team to thrive is key to our success.

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!