- Location
- 87–135 Brompton Road (View map)London SW1X 7XLUK
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- £39,252/year
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
About Harrods
Established in 1849, Harrods is one of the world’s most celebrated luxury department stores, distinguished by its Knightsbridge address, exceptional product selection and tradition of attentive service. As an employer, it brings together expertise across fashion, beauty, fine jewellery, food, hospitality, buying, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its environment combines British retail heritage with the evolving expectations of an international clientele, placing particular importance on product knowledge, discretion and operational precision. For professionals drawn to luxury retail, Harrods offers the opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised institution where commercial expertise and thoughtful customer service shape the experience of the brand.
Harrods is seeking a Chef de Partie for its Night Production Kitchen to lead a section, organise production, and deliver high-quality products to specification and on time. This permanent, full-time, fully on-site role works five shifts out of seven per week, from 9pm to 6am, with a salary of £39,252 plus night-shift allowance and variable tronc.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead a kitchen section and organise production.
- Maintain high standards and ensure recipes are consistently followed and delivered to specification, on time, and to the expected quality.
- Work closely with Sous Chefs and the wider Production team to foster an efficient, supportive environment where colleagues can develop.
- Produce high-quality products in a professional kitchen environment.
- Organise workloads effectively.
- Coach or support junior chefs and help maintain a positive team culture.
- Uphold food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and compliance standards.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of and passion for food and drink.
- Strong technical skills and experience producing high-quality products in a professional kitchen environment.
- Ability to lead a section confidently and organise workloads effectively.
- Experience coaching or supporting junior chefs and helping to maintain a positive team culture.
- Thorough understanding of food safety, HACCP, hygiene, and compliance standards.
- Calm, collaborative, solutions-focused approach in a high-volume production environment.
- Ability to work overnight from 9pm to 6am.
Skills
Workplace
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is GBP 39,252 per annum.
Benefits
Night-shift allowance, tronc (variable and not guaranteed), generous discounts across stores and restaurants, enhanced overtime payments, Band 2 benefits package, and opportunities to learn new skills and gain experience across other areas of the Production Kitchen.
Culture
Harrods’ workplace culture is shaped by its heritage as an iconic British luxury retailer, with a strong emphasis on exceptional service, product expertise and meticulous attention to detail. Its dynamic, international environment brings together teams across retail, dining and specialist services, where collaboration and discretion are central to delivering a distinctive customer experience.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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