Chef De Partie

Here at Harrods, we currently house more celebrity chefs, and exclusive dining brands than any other location in the UK. You will be joining a passionate, supportive, and successful dining team, all within our iconic Knightsbridge store.

About The Role

The Chef De Partie role is to act as a vital part of the team by ensuring the smooth running of a section and providing support to the Sous Chef and other team members. You’ll actively provide direction and support to the team to deliver the operational requirements of the day as required. As CDP, you'll assist the management in planning and forecasting of stock and orders, also supporting with the organisation, stock rotation and labelling of food stored. You’ll guarantee that Food Safety standards are adhered to by enforcing the high standard of hygiene and sanitation in all-food related outlets.

About You

You’ll have previous experience within a professional kitchen, with a strong track record of time spent within a prestigious 5* hotel or high-end restaurant. You'll also be confident working on all sections of the main kitchen, and be able to supervise the junior cooks in your area.

You’ll have great time-management skills and a strong customer focus when dealing with both internal and external parties. You’ll have exceptional interpersonal skills and a good attention to detail, which will be evident through paperwork completed, organisation of department and sufficient stock levels. Having good PC literacy is a must.

About Us

As the world’s leading luxury retail emporium, we make the impossible possible, and our hospitality offer is evolving and expanding rapidly across our stores. We are a welcoming and close-knit family who are passionate about food and beverage and aim to craft dining experiences that are the highlight of our customers’ visits.

Our Promise to You 

In return for your hard work as a Chef de Partie, you’ll gain exposure to our team of over 400 Food and Beverage staff, set within our 26 outlets. With opportunities in multiple locations around the UK and going international, this role offers the opportunity to build your expertise in numerous different industries, and grow an exciting career within Harrods. In support of your growth, we will offer you:

• Competitive salary package of up to £16 p/h (this is made up of a generous base salary plus service charge)*
• Set contracted hours – paid additional working hours at an overtime rate of 1.5 p/h
• Minimal late evenings by industry standard – majority finished by 10pm
• Access to our subsidised staff canteen
• Supportive HR and Training Opportunities
• 30 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) + birthday off
• Up to 33% Harrods discount

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart.  We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods 

*The amount you receive will vary and is not guaranteed by either Harrods Ltd or the Troncmaster. However, the Troncmaster will always distribute 100% funds available each period according to the Rules, a copy of which will be provided to all members