Senior Chef De Partie (CDP)
Join our award-winning team as a Senior Chef de Partie at Bankside Hotel! Offering a base salary of £35,020.00 + Company Tronc Scheme.
Who we are!
Voted one of the 'Best Places to Work in Hospitality'. Sitting consistently in the top tier of all the hotels in London on TripAdvisor, Bankside Hotel is a social hub for anyone, guest or local, with a passion for culture, art and food. If this sounds like something you'd like to get involved with, we would love to hear from you!
What you will be doing
1. Run and take full ownership of your designated kitchen section, ensuring consistently high standards
2. Step up to support the Sous Chef in their absence, overseeing wider kitchen operations as needed
3. Contribute to menu development, specials and seasonal changes alongside the senior kitchen team
4. Mentor and develop CDPs, Commis - lead by example on the pass and on section
5. Assist with pastry production and dessert preparation as needed
6. Manage stock levels, supplier quality and waste reduction within your section
7. Ensure your section meets all food safety, hygiene and health and safety regulations at all times
8. Keep preparation ahead of service and maintain a clean, organised section throughout
We are looking for someone who…
9. Has a minimum of 2–3 years' experience as a CDP in a hotel, restaurant or high-volume professional kitchen
10. Can confidently run any section independently with minimal supervision
11. Has working knowledge of pastry and dessert preparation
12. Demonstrates leadership ability and a genuine interest in developing junior team members
13. Shows strong organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
14. Has solid food safety knowledge (Level 2 Food Hygiene or above preferred)
15. Communicates effectively in English, both spoken and written
What do we expect from you?
Be Natural - We want our people to be themselves, genuine and non-scripted. Show us who you really are.
Make It Easy - Be flexible; respond quickly and positively to changing requirements. Communicate effectively and be creative.
Feel Empowered - Take charge and change the game. Take personal responsibility and initiative to resolve niggles in your own way.
Belong - Show love towards our guests and your team. Understand your individual value within Bankside and show passion for the hotel and the local area.
Shift patterns will be discussed during the trial shift.
In return for being a great Senior Chef de Partie, we will treat you to benefits such as:
16. Complimentary dry-cleaned uniform
17. Free meal, coffee and tea on duty
18. Medicash (Medical Cashback Plan)
19. Discounted Hotel and F&B rates globally with Marriott and Cycas
20. Enhanced Family Friendly Policy
21. Wagestream available
Bankside; #whereyoubelong