At Vacherin, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We are Precise in delivering exceptional food and service, Personal in the way we build genuine relationships and care for others, and Bold in embracing new ideas, creativity and innovation. Together, we create memorable experiences for our clients while supporting each other to grow and succeed. 

Are you passionate about food, drink and exceptional service? Would you like to join an award-winning hospitality team and still make it home for dinner? We're looking for a Chef de Partie to join our team in Kaleidoscope. 

Location:  Kaleidoscope, EC1A 9HP

Salary: £36,400 per annum

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday, 7:00-15:30 with occasional evenings, 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities: 

• Take ownership of a new plated deli concept, delivering fresh, high-quality food to the highest standards.
• Produce and serve a minimum of 300 covers per day within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Engage confidently with customers, providing a friendly, professional, and welcoming service.
• Maintain excellent food presentation, stock control, and merchandising throughout service.
• Ensure all food safety, allergen, and health & safety standards are consistently met.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen and work collaboratively with front and back of house teams.
• Contribute ideas to enhance the deli offer and customer experience.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and consistency in all aspects of food production and service.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Chef de Partie with a background in high-volume B&I contract catering or banqueting operations.
• Proven ability to deliver 300+ covers daily while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Outgoing, energetic, and confident in a customer-facing role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Passionate about fresh food, presentation, and creating an outstanding customer experience.
• Thrives under pressure and enjoys working in a busy environment.

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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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!