Senior Chef de Partie – Fine Dining, Canapés & High-Volume Service
£17.32 per hour + Overtime | Monday–Friday | 7:30am–4:00pm

Join a highly skilled brigade of nine chefs delivering exceptional fine-dining cuisine, from refined plated dishes to premium canapés and high-end hospitality events. We are seeking an experienced Senior Chef de Partie who combines precision, creativity and leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.

This Monday–Friday, daytime role offers an excellent work–life balance without compromising on culinary standards, ideal for a chef looking to progress within a polished, professional environment.

You will take full ownership of your section, leading the preparation of luxury canapés, bowl food and event menus, while supporting junior team members and maintaining consistently high standards across service.

• Lead your section with confidence during a high-volume 7:30am–4:00pm service.
• Prepare, assemble and present premium canapés, fine-dining dishes and event food to exceptional standards.
• Maintain precision and consistency across both small-format and large-scale production.
• Support and mentor junior chefs, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
• Work closely with senior chefs to deliver seamless, high-quality service.
• Uphold strict HACCP, allergen, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Oversee mise en place for large hospitality events and corporate functions.
• Ensure your section is clean, organised and fully compliant at all times.
• Assist with stock control, deliveries, rotation, labelling and storage.

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie in high-end, high-volume environments.
• Strong background in canapés, bowl food and event-style fine dining.
• Experience in AA Rosette, Michelin or luxury 5-star kitchens.
• Ability to lead a section and support junior team members effectively.
• Calm, organised approach under pressure with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-driven attitude.
• High standards of presentation, professionalism and reliability.
• A genuine passion for modern, premium hospitality.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

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.

Job Reference: com/1307/86873001/52803429/SU #RA Group

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!