Soho - Chef De Partie

The Restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Soho, our original BAO site opened in 2015 and quickly became a cult favourite - earning critical acclaim and holding onto a Michelin Bib Gourmand for an impressive nine years running. Inspired by the lively Xiao Chi houses of Taiwan, BAO Soho is where the journey began: serving up fluffy signature BAOs and bold Taiwanese small eats in a buzzing, intimate space.

At BAO, no two restaurants are the same. Each one is a creative chapter in our story - shaped by the founders’ memories, travels across Asia, and a deep love for storytelling through food. Soho is where it all started, and it continues to set the tone for our mission: to bring new and exciting dining experiences to life, one BAO at a time.

The Position

At BAO, we believe in doing things properly - from the way we prep our ingredients to how every dish leaves the pass. As Chef de Partie, you’ll be responsible for running your section with confidence, maintaining our standards, and supporting the smooth flow of service.

You’ll work closely with the senior kitchen team to ensure everything is prepped, organised, and cooked to the highest standard. It’s a fast-paced, hands-on role with plenty of opportunity to learn, grow, and take ownership of your craft.

What you’ll be doing:

• Running your section during service and ensuring consistency in every dish
• Prepping and cooking to BAO standards, with strong attention to detail
• Working cleanly and efficiently to keep service flowing smoothly
• Supporting junior team members and communicating clearly with the pass
• Keeping your section organised and on top of food safety and hygiene standards
• Taking ownership of your prep list and contributing to team success

What we’re looking for:

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef in a quality-led kitchen
• A calm, organised approach and a passion for good food
• Confidence in prep, service, and maintaining high standards under pressure
• A team player who’s keen to learn and support others
• A genuine interest in developing your skills and growing with the team

The Benefits

We want working at BAO to feel like stepping into a warm, fluffy bao - soft, supportive, and full of good stuff. Here's what you'll get as part of the team:

Perks & Discounts

• 50% off food and drink across all BAO restaurants
• BAO x Friends Discount across various restaurants in London
• Access to curated wine and meat suppliers at trade prices

Rewards & Recognition

• BAOcoin - earn rewards for living BAO values, then spend them in the BAOshop
• BAO Pyramid Scheme - earn up to £500 for referring someone to join the team

Growth & Development

• Personalised development plans tailored to your goals
• Access to School of BAO, a series of talks, workshops and fieldtrips

Work-Life Balance

• Rotas released two weeks in advance so you can plan ahead

Milestones

• Perks to celebrate work anniversaries milestones

Celebrations

• Annual Wei Ya company wide Party
• BAO Social Clubs: Grandma’s Home Cooking Club, Hot Pot Supperclub

The Group

BAO quite literally means steamed bun. But BAO means so much more than that, a cult brand with a cult following that aims to inspire with design through food. Founded in 2013 by family trio, Erchen Chang, Shing Tat Chung and Wai Ting Chung in a carpark in East London to now spanning 7 restaurants across London, where each has its own story of Taiwanese Culture with unique experience, narrative and menu.

At BAO we seek people who warm our souls through cooking and hospitality. We strive to cultivate an environment where our design is inspiring, where our unconventional way of thinking bring humour and innovation; our detail challenges you to do your best.