Job Description

Job Title: Chef de Partie (CDP)

Location:

William IV, London

About Us

William IV is a pub steeped in nearly 200 years of history, beautifully renovated and reopened nearly 2 years ago. Since its reopening, it has become a beloved local establishment and a sought-after destination for exceptional food and drink.

Our menu is inspired by ingredient-led, flavor-driven cooking, utilising the finest suppliers in the industry. Highlights include:

Fresh Fish:

Sourced from day boats at Brixham market, prepared on-site from gutting to filleting.

Heritage Meats:

Supplied by Swaledale Butchers in the Yorkshire Dales, renowned for their rare breed nose to tail butchery, supplying many of London's top restaurants.

Seasonal Excellence:

A focus on high-quality, seasonal ingredients at accessible prices has earned us a strong reputation.
In November, we launched The Dining Room, an intimate more formal dining experience on our first floor. The menu showcases fine dining techniques in an approachable setting, featuring seasonal, elevated dishes. Since it's launch it has garnered notable press and acclaim, leading to us being listed in a number of Best Gastro Pubs in London lists, as well as being named #4 in Time Out's Best Sunday Roasts in London.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team committed to culinary excellence and innovation.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious, and passionate

Chef de Partie (CDP)

to join our dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience in fine dining or quality gastropubs and a drive to deliver excellence, but the most important thing is a passion for food. You must be available to work at least 1 full day every weekend.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Duties:

Food Preparation:

Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standards, focusing on fresh fish, heritage meats, and seasonal produce. Prepare items strictly adhering to the recipes and specifications. Ensure consistency and quality in every plate served.

Menu Input:

Collaborate with the senior chef team on menu development. Contribute ideas for seasonal specials and innovative dishes.

Kitchen Operations:

Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workstation. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Support inventory checks and stock rotation.

Team Collaboration:

Work closely with a tight-knit team, fostering a positive and supportive kitchen environment. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff.

Skills and Attributes:

Minimum 1 year of experience as a CDP in a fine dining or quality gastropub setting. Experience with seafood and oysters is a plus. Passionate about high-quality produce and the hospitality industry. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining precision and attention to detail. Team player with a growth mindset and eagerness to develop skills.

Why Work With Us?

At Breaking Glass Bars, we strive to be one of the best employers in hospitality by fostering a sustainable and healthy working environment. We are a new and expanding pub group with ambitious plans to grow to 10 sites in the next 5 years, starting with William IV.

What We Offer:

Work-Life Balance:

Salaried staff contracts capped at 40 hours per week.

Competitive Compensation:

Hourly rate of 13-14 per hour, plus tips and service charge.

Health & Wellness:

Private healthcare for all staff. Ethical workplace pension.

Perks & Benefits:

Free staff meals during shifts. Generous staff discounts on food and drink. 30 days of holiday annually. 100 bar tab on your birthday. Referral program and sick pay.

Professional Development:

Regular training opportunities. A chance to develop skills in fish preparation and butchery Opportunities for career growth within an expanding group.

Application Details

Job Type:

Full-time or Part-time available

Expected Hours:

40-45 hours per week / 20-30 for part time

Additional Pay:

Tips and service charge

Schedule:

Day shifts Night shifts Must have be able to work 1 day each weekend

Requirements:

Full right to work in the UK (no sponsorship provided). Minimum 1 year of experience as a CDP in a restaurant environment. Passion for high-quality food and teamwork.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about creating exceptional food and want to grow with an ambitious company, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and answer the following application question:

Application Question:

Do you have full rights to work in the UK without needing sponsorship?
Join us at William IV and be part of an exciting journey in redefining quality dining in London.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Tips
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Do you have full right to work in the UK without needing to be sponsored?
Experience:

CDP role in restaurant environment: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/04/2025