Location
London

Hours
Full Time (hours to be discussed)

Salary
Up to £16.50 per hour plus an average of tronc

About the Role
At Sam’s Riverside, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for both our guests and our team. Founded in 2019 by renowned restaurateur Sam Harrison and business partner Fanny Stocker, our menus celebrate the finest seasonal produce from across the UK, focusing on Anglo-French cuisine. We pride ourselves on sourcing ingredients from small artisan suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness in every dish. Complementing our food is a carefully curated wine list, handpicked by Sam himself, featuring selections from wineries he has personally visited.

As a Senior Chef de Partie, you will take charge of a specific kitchen section, ensuring dishes are consistently executed to the highest standards. You will be responsible for prepping, cooking, and plating food using the finest seasonal ingredients from our trusted artisan suppliers, all while upholding our Anglo-French culinary roots. Working closely with your fellow chefs, you will maintain a clean, organised kitchen, guide junior team members, and deliver exceptional quality during every service.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef looking to progress in a supportive and award-winning hospitality environment. Sam's Riverside has been recognised as the 11th best place to work in hospitality in the UK by Caterer in 2023, nominated for Catey's restaurateur of the year award 2023, and voted the 2nd favourite restaurant in London in the Harden's Guide 2023.

Benefits include:
- Team festivities with two major celebrations annually to recognise and reward your hard work
- Friends & Family perks with exclusive discounts across all venues
- Free meals provided when on shift
- Generous referral programme bonuses
- Confidential support through Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts for restaurants, retail, gyms, and travel
- Cycle to Work Scheme to save on bikes and accessories
- Insider’s Pour: wines and spirits at trade price for team members
- Opportunities for progression and development
- Private healthcare access via BUPA after 3 years of service
- Performance and competition awards and bonuses

Milestones:
- New Starter Celebration: dine at Sam’s Riverside after your first month
- Anniversary Meal: complimentary lunch or dinner for two every year
- Loyalty Rewards: extra holiday earned for every year after your third year

Experience
Proven stable background working in a busy, high-end restaurant and/or bar environment.

About you
Bundles of passion and enthusiasm with a true love for authentic hospitality. You demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude. You are committed to working collaboratively within a team and supporting junior members.

Qualifications
Right to work in the UK and credible, positive references from former employers are required.

Diversity & Inclusion
At Sam’s, we celebrate diversity and champion inclusion. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued just as they are. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.