Job Description

SALARY: £15.00 per hour

LOCATION: Queen’s Park, West London

OPPORTUNITY: An exciting opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join the opening team of a new and ambitious wine bar and restaurant in West London.

BAR BLONDIE:

An exciting new wine bar and restaurant concept like no other in London, from founders Elliot Milne (founder of Milk Beach) and Alex Price (Head of Wine at Plates*, Head of Wine HAM Restaurants, GM Bar Crispin)
Led by Executive Chef Alex Busca (Head Chef at Milk Beach Soho) and Head Chef Alastair Walling (Former Head Chef at Albers) the kitchen will focus on Southern European inspired cuisine.
Opening July 2026
Location: situated on the beautiful Lonsdale Road mews in Queen’s Park, West London
Size of Restaurant: 44 covers inside + 24 covers outside + additional street dining and drinking
Size of Kitchen Team: 4 chefs (Head Chef, Sous Chef, two Chef de Parties) including two Kitchen Porters
Food:
- Southern European inspired – snacks, small plates, fresh pasta, grill, desserts.
- Ingredient-led menu led by close relationships with carefully chosen farms
- Targeting accolades, Michelin Bib Gourmand, National Restaurant Awards etc
INSPIRATION: Goodbye Horses, St Eia (Cornwall), Noble Rot
VIBE: something new and fresh for West London; a rich, community led, creative space showcasing exceptional wines and ingredient-led cooking; vibrant atmosphere with carefully curated cultural events including music, poetry and events; street dining and drinking in Spring/Summer

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

PASSIONATE: we’re building a team that is passionate about hospitality, wine and food and with a never-ending curiosity to learn and share
EXPERIENCE: 2–5 years professional kitchen experience (culinary degree a plus)
EXPERTISE: Strong technical cooking skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Take pride in your craft and take complete ownership of your section, ensuring every service runs seamlessly, efficiently, and with exceptional attention to detail.
Work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chef, and wider kitchen team to consistently deliver an outstanding guest experience.
Support, guide, and mentor junior chefs, fostering a positive, professional, and high-performing kitchen culture.
Contribute creative ideas for menu development, seasonal specials, and the ongoing refinement of dishes, systems, and kitchen operations.
Maintain impeccable organisation and a 5-star food hygiene standard at all times, with zero compromise on cleanliness, safety, or compliance.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Someone who is passionate about ingredient-led cooking and nurturing supplier and farm relationships, and fostering this culture in the team
Someone with meticulous standards and ambitions to seek accolades
Ambitious, organised, and calm under pressure

WHAT WE OFFER:

Mentorship under Exec Chef Alex Busca and Head Chef Alastair Walling
Supplier trips to farms, team socials, and award opportunities
Ongoing training and development opportunities for both product knowledge and management skills
Inclusive and diverse workforce
28 days holiday per year
Meals, softs, coffees, and teas while on shift
25-50% discounts at all group venues

If this sounds like you, please apply — we’d love to chat.