- Job Title: Apprentice Chef de Partie - London
- Salary/Hourly Rate: £14.32 per hour
- Location: 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 7EU
- Reporting to: Head Chef
- Hours/working pattern: 40 Hours per week - Monday to Friday
- Contractual Requirements: Candidates must be aged 18+
We’re currently recruiting for an ambitious Apprentice Chef de Partie to help us create exceptional food experiences for Restaurant Associates on a full-time basis contracted to 40 hours per week.
As an apprentice Chef de Partie you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
You do not need to have any experience to apply for this vacancy as full training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship!
On completion of the Apprenticeship you will achieve the Chef de Partie L3 Apprenticeship and become a qualified Chef de Partie.
As a valued member of our culinary team, your role will be central to creating memorable dining experiences. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Crafting Exceptional Cuisine - Prepare delicious, high-quality dishes that consistently exceed client and customer expectations.
- Team Collaboration & Communication - Bring energy and enthusiasm to the team, working closely with colleagues and communicating effectively to ensure smooth operations.
- Brand Representation - Serve as a proud ambassador of Restaurant Associates, upholding our reputation for excellence and professionalism in every interaction.
- Food Safety & Hygiene Compliance - Maintain the highest standards of food handling and hygiene, ensuring a safe and clean environment for all
- Health & Safety Adherence - Follow all health and safety regulations diligently to protect yourself, your team, and our guests
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take the first exciting step in their career journey — someone who’s curious, driven, and passionate about making a difference. Our ideal apprentice will:
- A Natural Connector - You’re a brilliant communicator who builds relationships effortlessly and brings positive energy to every interaction
- Driven by Excellence - You’re eager, motivated, and always striving to be your best — because good enough just isn’t good enough
- Proactive & Customer-Focused - You take initiative, think on your feet, and make smart decisions that put our customers first.
- Ambitious & Ready to Grow - You’re hungry for success and excited to learn, develop, and take on new challenges
- Cool Under Pressure - You thrive in fast-paced environments and stay calm, focused, and effective when things get busy
- Reliable & Professional - You show up on time, every time, and can be counted on to deliver with consistency and care
- Safety-Conscious - You understand the importance of a safe working environment and always put safety first
- Passionate About Food - You love food — preparing it, serving it, and sharing that passion with others.
We ensure you’re rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
- Aviva Digicare – Free annual healthcare check
- Medicash – Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family.
- Pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Sharebuy Scheme
- Recognition awards including Be a Star peer recognition and Long Service Awards
- Employee networks created and led by employees for employees
- Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
- Entertainment, Health &Wellbeing and Travel discounts
- Shopping discounts – Save up to 15%at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
- Vodaphone discounts
- On-going training & development and career pathways
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK’s leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience
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