Senior Chef de Partie

We’re looking for a Senior Chef de Partie to join the team at The Parakeet.

Located in the heart of Kentish Town, The Parakeet is an independent public house and dining room. In the front, a lively neighbourhood pub. In the back, an award-winning dining room serving Basque-inspired small plates cooked over fire and coal.

We’re proud to be listed in the Michelin Guide, and we work with some of the best suppliers in the country, focusing on incredible fresh produce and ingredients that speak for themselves. Led by chef Ben Allen, the kitchen has received critical acclaim from The Times, The Evening Standard, and more.

This is a kitchen where standards are high and consistency matters. Every dish is built around quality ingredients, fire cooking and thoughtful execution. It’s a team that takes real pride in the details.

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you’ll play a key role in the kitchen. Leading your section, supporting others during service, and helping maintain standards across the board. This is a step up role with real responsibility.

What you’ll do

• Lead your section with confidence and consistency
• Support other sections to keep service running smoothly
• Maintain high standards across all dishes leaving the kitchen
• Help train and develop Commis Chefs and junior team members
• Communicate clearly with the pass and senior team
• Take responsibility for organisation and standards across your area

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience as a CDP in a quality-led kitchen
• Confidence running a section and supporting others
• High standards and strong attention to detail
• Good communication and leadership potential
• Ambition to progress into a Sous Chef role

What to expect

• Competitive Pay: £12.75 per hour plus tronc (total package usually in the range of £12.75- £18.50 per hour). Hourly wages paid every two weeks on a Friday and tronc paid on the last Friday of the month.
• More responsibility within a respected, food-led kitchen
• Development in leadership and team support
• A kitchen focused on quality produce and fire cooking
• Clear progression towards Sous Chef

Why you’ll love working with us

• 50% off across all Columbo venues, plus free access to our events and festivals
• Training and development through the Columbo Academy
• Hero of the Month recognition, including a paid weekend off
• £50 voucher for top drinks seller incentives
• Employee referral bonuses of £1,000 for Chef or Manager roles and £250 for hourly roles
• Opportunities for global industry trips for top performers
• Pension scheme via Nest