Demi Chef de Partie - London
Elevate your craft. Sharpen your skills. Step into your next culinary chapter.
At
Hotel Indigo K West Shepherds Bush, we believe that every dish tells a story: of local flavour, technique, and teamwork. As a
Demi Chef de Partie, youll be building your mastery while owning your section, supporting the brigade, and delivering the consistency that takes a dish from good to great. This is more than just cooking, its your moment to grow with a bold and creative kitchen team, so come join our pre-opening team as we get ready to open our doors!
Whats Our Story?
Inspired by the vibrant culture of Shepherds Bush, our hotel is a reflection of the neighbourhood: individual, artistic and full of character. In our kitchen, we embrace creativity and detail, crafting dishes that speak of story, and style. If youre ready to take the next step in your culinary career and thrive in a high-energy, supportive environment, we want you with us.
Heres what you can look forward to as our Demi Chef de Partie:
Annual Salary:
28,300
Pension with company contributions
50% discount in all our restaurants and Spa treatments across our properties
Team member and Friends & Family rates across our properties
IHG Employee rate across 6000 hotels globally
Complimentary stay after passing probation
Access to private medical insurance
Extensive employee benefits and discounts
Interest-free season ticket loan
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 online GP, mental health & wellbeing support
World-class training, apprenticeships and management development programmes
Bike to work scheme
Free meals on duty
Recommend a Friend incentive
Social and community-focused initiatives and events
A Day in Your Neighbourhood
Support the section
- From mise en place to execution, youll work alongside the Chef de Partie, delivering every dish with precision and pride.
Take ownership
- Manage your area confidently during service, maintain your fridges and stock levels, and ensure your section is spotless and well-prepped at all times.
Follow the flavour
- Cook to spec, taste everything, and strive for perfection on every plate. Youll also take feedback with openness and a drive to improve.
Lead when needed
- Step up in the absence of the Chef de Partie. Support Commis Chefs and apprentices, and take initiative in busy moments.
Grow every day
- Keep refining the basics, take notes on new skills, share ideas, and actively participate in one-to-ones, training, and briefings.
Maintain standards
- Take pride in hygiene, food safety, portion control, and proper stock rotation. Comply with Health & Safety and food allergen procedures.
Whats Your Story?
Youre eager to grow, ready to take responsibility, and have a passion for precision and plate presentation. Youll shine in this Demi Chef de Partie role if you bring:
Proven experience as a Commis or Demi Chef in a quality-led kitchen
Solid technical ability and knowledge of prep, sauces, garnishes, and presentation
A strong sense of teamwork, communication, and collaboration
Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends, and holidays
An understanding of allergen handling, HACCP, and Health & Safety procedures
A hunger to keep learning and progressing within a creative, supportive brigade
If youre ready to own your station, grow with guidance, and play a key role in a passionate kitchen, this is your opportunity. Join us at
Hotel Indigo K West Shepherds Bush
as
Demi Chef de Partie, and cook with purpose in a kitchen where detail and passion make every dish shine.