Prep Chef de Partie - Heathrow Terminal 3

Job Description

Behind every exceptional dining experience is a team dedicated to precision, preparation, and consistency. At Heathrow Terminal 3, our Fortnum & Mason kitchen serves thousands of international travellers each week, with every dish reflecting the quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that have defined our brand for over 300 years.

At Fortnum & Mason, we've been delighting customers with extraordinary experiences since 1707. From our world-famous hampers to our exquisite teas and fine foods, every product tells a story of heritage, quality, and craftsmanship.

We are now seeking a full-time Prep Chef de Partie to join our team at Heathrow Terminal 3. We are looking for a highly organised and passionate chef who takes pride in preparation, ingredient quality, and supporting the smooth operation of a busy kitchen environment.

Why Work For Us:

• Competitive salary + paid overtime
• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary)
• Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts
• 28 days holiday + a day off for your birthday and 5 extra wellbeing days off
• Matched pension scheme and career development opportunities
• Great pathways for career development and progression, with opportunities to grow within Fortnum & Mason's diverse and dynamic business
• And because we value your service with us, we give you additional annual leave and incredible gifts once you've been with us for 5 years

What You'll Do:

• Take ownership of the kitchen preparation section, ensuring all ingredients are prepared to the highest standard
• Complete daily mise en place requirements efficiently and accurately to support service operations
• Prepare vegetables, meats, fish, sauces, dressings, and other ingredients in line with company specifications
• Ensure products are labelled, dated, stored, and rotated correctly in accordance with food safety standards
• Support the wider kitchen team by ensuring all sections are fully equipped and prepared for service
• Monitor stock levels and communicate shortages to senior chefs
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, and inventory management
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment at all times
• Follow all HACCP, food safety, health and safety, and company procedures
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to uphold Fortnum & Mason's exceptional culinary standards

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Prep Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, or in a similar kitchen preparation role
• Strong knife skills and a solid understanding of ingredient preparation techniques
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A passion for high-quality ingredients and food preparation
• Good knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health and safety standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
• A proactive and dependable approach with a strong work ethic
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Professional cookery qualifications are desirable but not essential

Please Note:

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment checks (covering the last 5 years)
• Due to the security requirements of working at Heathrow Airport, additional screening will be required

Please note that Fortnum & Mason is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences to create a truly inclusive environment. In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, and Visual Merchandising.