Chef

Chef de Partie — Fox Excel, Royal Docks

Fox Excel is a Grade II listed former tobacco warehouse in the Royal Docks, operating as a gastro pub, restaurant, bar, and events venue with a capacity of 1,200 guests. We sit right next to ExCeL London, one of the UK's busiest conference centres, so our kitchen runs the full range: quality bar food, a proper restaurant menu, and high-volume event catering — often on the same day.

We're looking for a Chef de Partie who owns their section, keeps standards consistent under pressure, and takes pride in the food they put out.

The Role

You'll run your section across a varied service mix, from restaurant covers to large-scale delegate catering. Volume is not an excuse for dropping standards here. You prep, you organise, you execute to spec — every service.

What You'll Do

• Own your section from prep through to service, clean and ready before the first cover drops
• Execute dishes to the Head Chef's spec, consistently
• Manage your mise en place to reduce waste and control costs
• Adapt across volume — quieter midweek covers to full-capacity event days
• Monitor quality from your section before it reaches the pass
• Keep your section clean and compliant with food hygiene standards
• Support junior kitchen team members when needed

What We're Looking For

• Proven Chef de Partie experience in a busy, high-volume kitchen
• Strong section discipline — you don't need chasing for prep or standards
• Sound allergen and food hygiene knowledge (Level 2 minimum)
• A team-first attitude
• Event catering experience is a bonus; we'll back the right person to learn

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (discussed at interview)
• Meals on shift
• Staff discounts across the venue
• Genuine progression — we promote from within
• Real variety across restaurant, bar, and large-scale events

Location

Royal Docks, London E16 — two minutes from ExCeL London, well connected by DLR and Elizabeth line.

Fox Excel is an equal opportunities employer.

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

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person