Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Catering Chef de Partie to join our team at One Southwark Bridge, working in an internal restaurant catering to up to 1000 staff daily. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality meals with efficiency and creativity. You'll be part of a dynamic kitchen team where no two days are the same, creating meals that fuel our vibrant community of staff.

If you thrive on the buzz of volume catering while maintaining exceptional standards, and you’re passionate about creating innovative, delicious, and nutritious dishes, we’d love to hear from you. At Green & Fortune, we believe in food excellence, teamwork, and providing outstanding service to all who dine with us.

At Green and Fortune, we take pride of the connections we make through the moments and memories we create.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the production kitchen, maintaining high standards of food service and creativity.
• Provide hot and cold meals to up to 1000 team members daily, ensuring consistency, quality, and timeliness.
• Manage specific sections, ensuring the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals consistently meet high standards.
• Assist in creating seasonal menus that cater to diverse tastes, dietary requirements, and volume needs.
• Ensure meals are produced efficiently while maintaining creativity and attention to detail.
• Protect the health and safety of all guests and team members by following food safety, health, and hygiene standards, ensuring all due diligence paperwork is completed accurately.
• Contribute to fostering a positive and collaborative team culture by maintaining composure and enthusiasm, even during busy or high-pressure periods.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and supplier communication to ensure kitchen operations run seamlessly.
• Support with training and development of junior team members and kitchen porters, helping to create a high-performing, supportive team.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment to ensure optimal functionality.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong background in high-volume catering or production kitchens, with experience in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• A keen eye for detail and commitment to maintaining quality at scale.
• Ability to create a variety of dishes that balance flavour, creativity, and efficiency.
• Confidence in handling high-pressure situations while staying organized and calm.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations, with the ability to follow best practices.
• Excellent multitasking and time-management skills to handle volume and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with a passion for mentoring and supporting colleagues.

Makers’ benefits

• Company Sick Pay – Up to 5 days after 1 year of service
• Staff Discounts – 50% off in our restaurant and 25% off at our cafés
• Holiday Allowance – Up to 33 days with length of service (an extra 3 days after 3 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years)
• Volunteer Day – One paid day off each year to support a community or charity of your choice
• Hospitality Essentials – Benefit Hub – Discounts on retail, groceries, gyms, and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Learning & Development – Access to our portal and further education through apprenticeship programmes
• G&F Support Scheme
• Hospitality Action – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

The Story of Our Makers

Since 2008, our Makers have been creating exceptional hospitality across London's restaurants, cafés, bars, workplaces and event venues. From chefs and bartenders to event professionals and front-of-house teams, we're united by a passion for great food, genuine service and creating experiences people remember.

Nearly 20 years on, that spirit still defines who we are: independent, hands-on, and committed to doing hospitality differently.

Committed to diversity, equality, and inclusivity, we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Please contact our People team at people@greenandfortune.co.uk should any adjustments be necessary throughout the recruitment process.

Our ESG Commitment

We embed sustainability and responsibility into everything we do, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting our people and local communities. Caring for our people, our communities, and the planet is part of everyday life at Green & Fortune, and every team member plays a role in this.