Chef de Partie
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity to become part of a talented and dedicated kitchen team at the celebrated bistro in the heart of Manchester City Centre, Kala.
We are looking for a Chef de Partie to join our team at Kala.
This role would suit a motivated and friendly individual with a passion for cooking fresh produce. Somebody that takes a great sense of personal pride from doing the best they can do and enjoys the hustle and bustle of a city centre bistro.
As Chef De Partie your main aim will be to maintain the highest possible standards of food preparation and service in line with the standards set out by Elite Bistros and your head chef. You will aid the head and sous chef in the smooth running of the kitchen and service. You will be competent in running a section of the kitchen and take responsibility for all of your section’s preparation, ordering, hygiene and other daily duties.
With a huge focus on in-house, freshly prepared food Kala proudly holds 1 AA rosettes for it's food. Previous experience in a similar environment is preferred but not necessary. We carry out continuous on-the-job training, so a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills will be your most valued attributes.
Salary advertised is £31,500 OTE inclusive of basic salary at £10.42 per hour and additional tronc payments of up to £6,500 p.a.
Please apply or get in touch for further details
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,500.00-£31,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site gym
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Tips
Experience:
- Kitchen: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 03/07/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Chef de Partie roles across Kala, Manchester City Centre's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,500 - £31,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying General openings directly to your inbox.