Chef de Partie Salary: £34,000 + Service Charge
The Opportunity
Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our Park Hyatt London River Thames team in the Colleague Restaurant. As a Chef de Partie for the Colleague Restaurant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious, and well-balanced meals to our colleagues, supporting their wellbeing and fuelling their performance throughout the day.
As a Chef de Partie, you will lead your section with precision, creativity, and consistency. You’ll be expected to uphold the highest culinary standards, mentor junior chefs, and contribute to the seamless execution of our diverse menus.
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Kitchen Leadership: Lead and coordinate the preparation and service of meals in the colleague restaurant, ensuring smooth operations and a positive kitchen environment.
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Menu Execution & Quality Control: Prepare and present dishes to the highest standards, maintaining consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning, while supporting menu variety and nutritional balance.
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Inventory & Cost Management: Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and help manage food costs and waste reduction in line with sustainability goals.
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Training & Development: Support and guide junior chefs and kitchen assistants, fostering skill development and maintaining team morale.
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Health & Safety Compliance: Enforce hygiene standards, food safety protocols, and kitchen cleanliness in line with HACCP and local regulations.
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Problem Solving & Decision-Making: Step in during service disruptions, resolve issues efficiently, and ensure continuous service to colleagues.
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Collaboration with Head Chef: Assist in menu planning, seasonal updates, and operational improvements tailored to colleague preferences and dietary needs.
Who We Are
At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.
As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.
Why Now?
This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.
How We Care for Our People
What sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years.
We’re proud to offer exceptional benefits which include:
* 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
* Discounted hotel stays for you, your family, and friends from day one
* Free meals on duty
* 50% discount on food and beverages when dining as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
* Complimentary laundering of business attire
* Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Continuous learning and development opportunities with clear career progression across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
Who You Are
As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Wellbeing. You are confident in leading a section, passionate about culinary excellence, and eager to grow within a dynamic team.
Experience Required
* Proven experience in hotel culinary operations, with the ability to manage and lead a section independently
* Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and HACCP compliance
* Excellent communication and leadership skills to support and inspire junior team members
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment
Experience Preferred
* Previous experience in a Chef de Partie role within a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant
* Proven work experience or exposure to London-based hotels, with knowledge of UK hospitality standards, local compliance (e.g., Food Hygiene Rating Scheme), and service expectations for international guests
* Level 2 or higher food safety certification is preferred, with strict adherence to health and safety regulations
About Park Hyatt London River Thames
Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney pieces, and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Kings Road. The hotel boasts exquisite dining options, state-of-the-art events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa rooms and indoor pool.
Next Steps: Apply today for this Chef de Partie role and start your journey with Hyatt!