Demi Chef de Partie - Ekstedt at The Yard

Demi Chef de Partie - Ekstedt at The Yard

Great Scotland Yard Hotel's flagship restaurant brings Michelin starred chef Niklas Ekstedt's signature style of wood fired "old Nordic" cooking to the UK for the first time. Ekstedt at The Yard focuses on Scandinavian cooking techniques using the best seasonal local ingredients, featuring a menu of signature dishes, an inventive cocktail menu, and an extensive wine list. The open kitchen creates an engaging dining environment.

About Great Scotland Yard Hotel

Great Scotland Yard Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, is a luxury hotel located near Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square in Westminster. The hotel has 151 guestrooms and suites, blending historic character with contemporary design. Dining and bar experiences include Ekstedt at The Yard, a Scandinavian inspired restaurant, 40 Elephants Bar, Sibin whisky selection, and Afternoon Tea in The Parlour.

Duties and responsibilities

• Support culinary operations across multiple areas of the hotel, including restaurants, events, room service, and colleague dining.
• Prepare high quality dishes with consistency, ensuring all menu items are well executed and aligned with hotel standards.
• Apply strong knowledge of ingredients, including seasonal produce and new products, to enhance menu offerings.
• Maintain excellent presentation standards, ensuring every dish is visually appealing.
• Uphold strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety practices while ensuring equipment is used and maintained correctly.
• Collaborate with chefs and leaders across the department, using initiative to solve problems and support smooth service.
• Contribute to cost control by following recipes accurately, minimising waste, and supporting sustainability goals.
• Provide guidance to junior team members, helping to build skills and maintain a positive kitchen environment.

About you

We are seeking a skilled and motivated culinary professional with experience in a fast paced kitchen or hotel environment. Previous experience in a similar role is highly advantageous, particularly within luxury hospitality, where high standards of service, presentation, and guest interaction are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong culinary knowledge, versatility across multiple kitchen and service areas, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional hygiene, teamwork, and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also for your family and friends from the day you start
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities with clear career paths and promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide