Join the Fortnum & Mason Team! 

Are you passionate about Pastry eager to share your knowledge with others? Do you have a flair for customer service and a love for artisanal products? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Fortnum & Mason are looking for an exceptional Demi Chef de Partie to join our unique team at our Flagship Piccadilly store. Responsible for demonstrating world-class service, our new team member will possess passion for our product, and an ability to bring this to life for each and every customer.

Why Work For Us:

• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime

• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary)

• Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts

• Free Meals at our staff restaurant using Fortnum’s ingredients

• 28 days holiday + a day off for your birthday and 5 extra wellbeing days off

• Matched pension scheme and career development opportunities

• Annual staff party and incredible gifts after 5 years

What you will be doing:

As a Demi Chef de Partie, you will:

• Set your section up for success – preparing and organising your workstation so that everything is in place, using fresh, high‑quality ingredients.
• Execute dishes to a high standard – working under the guidance of the Chef de Partie, following recipes precisely and maintaining the restaurant’s standards every time.
• Own the details on the pass – monitoring cooking times, seasoning and presentation so that every dish looks beautiful and tastes exceptional.
• Support stock and ordering – helping to manage stock levels, rotation and ordering to avoid shortages and minimise waste.
• Champion hygiene and food safety – keeping your section clean and organised at all times, and following all HACCP, hygiene and safety procedures.
• Be a true team player – working closely with your Chef de Partie and the wider brigade to keep service smooth and efficient, especially during the busiest periods.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a quality kitchen as a Commis Chef or Demi Chef de Partie, ideally within premium hospitality, hotels or restaurants.
• A genuine passion for food, flavour and seasonality.
• Strong organisation and time‑management skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A collaborative, positive approach – you enjoy being part of a brigade and supporting more junior chefs.
• Flexibility to work a rota that includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

What you’ll gain

• The chance to develop your skills in a professional, fast‑paced kitchen with high standards and a supportive team.
• Real progression opportunities – this role is designed to help you grow into a Chef de Partie and beyond.
• Exposure to high‑quality ingredients, classic techniques and modern dishes, building a strong foundation for your culinary career.