Cafe Kowloon - Chef de Partie

Chef de Partie – Cafe Kowloon

Pay: £16-17 per hour, inclusive of tronc Hours: Approximately 30 - 45 hours per week Location: London Position: Full-time

Cafe Kowloon is looking for an experienced Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.

Cafe Kowloon is a modern Hong Kong-inspired restaurant with a menu centred around Cantonese flavours and techniques, live-fire cooking, wok, grill and high-quality produce.

We’re looking for a confident and organised chef who can take responsibility for their section, work well as part of a team and maintain high standards throughout prep and service.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you will:

• Take responsibility for the preparation and running of your section
• Ensure all mise en place is completed and organised ahead of service
• Cook and plate dishes consistently to the required standard
• Work across different sections of the kitchen when required
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness
• Monitor stock, rotation, prep levels and wastage
• Communicate effectively with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and wider kitchen team
• Support junior members of the brigade during prep and service
• Assist with deliveries, storage and stock management
• Follow recipes, specifications and kitchen procedures consistently
• Contribute to a professional, organised and positive working environment

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or experienced Demi Chef de Partie
• Experience working in a quality, high-volume restaurant kitchen
• Strong basic cooking skills and good attention to detail
• Ability to organise and confidently run a section during busy services
• Good understanding of food hygiene, allergens and safe working practices
• Reliable, punctual and organised
• Able to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen
• Keen to learn and develop

Experience with Cantonese, Chinese or East Asian cooking is beneficial but not essential . Training will be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

• £16-17 per hour inclusive of tronc
• Approximately 45 hours per week
• Full-time permanent position
• Staff meals while working
• Training and development
• Opportunity to work with wok, live fire, grill and Cantonese cooking techniques
• Opportunities for progression within the kitchen team

To apply, please send your CV along with a short introduction and details of your current availability.