Waldorf Astoria London -
Admiralty Arch is seeking a Chef de Partie - Nights to join
the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later
this year.
This
is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hospitality leader to join
the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark
hotel.
Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf
Astoria London – Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites
and 17,500 sqft of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature
restaurants - Coreus by Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing
together two of the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests
will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and
a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320
guests.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hilton’s flagship luxury brand,
known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated
service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world’s
most sought-after destinations.
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A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK
2026
Proudly voted by our Team Members
Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while
on duty
Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate
your growth at every stage
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our
industry
Responsibility initiatives
Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50%
off food & beverage
High street savings through Perks at Work
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style="font-size: 10.5pt;">We are looking for hospitality professionals who
are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience,
consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised
by Forbes.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide
the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading
the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity
and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership.
A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton,
our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities
we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light
and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing
the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership.
A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton,
our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities
we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light
and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing
the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership.
A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense
of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing
urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting
impact.
Here's what you'll do during a typical
day:
A Chef de Partie – Nights plays a pivotal role in delivering
exceptional culinary experiences by leading a section of the kitchen
with precision, professionalism, and attention to detail, while supporting
effective cost control.
As a Chef de Partie - Nights, you will oversee night operations within
your section, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation
and presentation to exceed Guest and Member expectations. You will also support
food cost management and operational efficiency. Your responsibilities
will include, but are not limited to, the following:
style="font-size: 10.5pt;">Ensure all food preparation consistently meets brand
and quality standards
Prepare, execute, and present dishes of exceptional
quality and refinement
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Supervise, guide, and inspire
kitchen colleagues within your section
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Maintain immaculate work areas,
adhering strictly to hygiene standards and preventing cross
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Prepare all mise en place in alignment with service
requirements and menu specifications
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Address guest feedback and queries
promptly, professionally, and with a solutions‑focused approach
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Ensure all ingredients are
of superior quality, correctly labelled, stored,
and rotated
Support cost control initiatives, contributing to gross
profit optimisation and departmental targets
with all departments to foster seamless operations and positive working
relationships
Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in training
and developing kitchen team members in line with company
procedures
Identify and report maintenance, hygiene, or safety concerns
in a timely manner
Comply fully with hotel security policies, fire
regulations, and all health, safety, and food safety
legislation
Demonstrate environmental awareness and support
sustainability
initiatives
style="font-size: 10.5pt;">What are we looking
for ?
A Chef
de Partie representing Hilton brands consistently acts in the best interests
of our Guests while collaborating effectively with fellow Team Members.
To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following attitudes,
behaviours, skills, and professional standards:
style="font-size: 10.5pt;">A minimum of two years’ experience as a Chef de
Partie, or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie within a high
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professional cookery qualification (evidence may
be required)
Proven coaching and mentoring
capabilities
A natural ability to motivate, lead, and develop
teams
Clear, confident, and effective communication
skills
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Professional
Cookery
A recognised Basic Food Hygiene
Certificate
Previous supervisory experience in a culinary
environment
A consistently positive, professional,
and solution‑driven attitude
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">The ability to perform calmly
and effectively under pressure
style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Flexibility to work independently
or collaboratively within a team
this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities
and distinctions:
Previous experience
in a comparable role within a premium or luxury hospitality
environment
Intermediate Food Hygiene
certification
A strong awareness of contemporary culinary trends
and techniques
