Chef de Partie at Urban Italian Group

**Culinary Maestros Wanted**:
**The position is located in Sweden**:
Do you have what it takes to be the indispensable right-hand in one of Scandinavia’s most innovative hospitality groups? Urban Italian Group is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to support our Head Chefs & Sous Chefs, lead our kitchen brigade and help create unforgettable dining experiences.

**About Us**:
Urban Italian Group is the creative's behind the popular Basta casual dining concept and the sophisticated Florentine brand. With 11 restaurants across Sweden and Spain, we serve authentic Italian hospitality to over 3,000 guests daily. Our diverse team of 500 culinary professionals from 53 nationalities is as dynamic as our menu. Blending passion, innovation, and a love for great food.

**Our Restaurants**:
Basta - Our casual dining restaurant brand, offering great guest experiences in beautifully designed places, focused around great value for the guests.
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Florentine - Florentine on the other hand is an international upscale casual dining Trattoria offering culinary experiences in a glamorous setting straight from the Italian movie scene.
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**Exciting Future Growth**:
- **Basta**is expanding to 18 locations in Sweden by 2030.
- **Florentine**is continuing its international expansion, with targets including Madrid, the Middle East, Oslo, and beyond.
- **Trattoria Giorgo's**, a new multi-unit Italian concept launches in late 2025.
- **Villa Valentina**, a modern Spanish tapas restaurant set to open in Stockholm by spring 2026.

**Culture and values**:
We value everyone within our team and are really grateful you are here. We believe each of us contributes to the well being of our ecosystem. This goes beyond just serving people, we take people in and truly look after them; guests and team alike.

Our core values: _Passion, Trust, Entrepreneurship & Authenticity_ are our guiding light in everything we do.

**Your Role**:
We are seeking a skilled and organised **Chef de Partie** to prepare and serve our pasta and cold dishes line with company standards and recipes, reporting directly to the Head Chef or Sous Chef. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong organisational abilities, and a proactive approach to ensuring a smooth, efficient lunch service. The CDP will work to deliver high-quality meals promptly, catering to guests while maintaining a professional, welcoming, and consistent dining experience.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience in a similar role within a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under time constraints
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

**Key responsibilities as CDP**:
**Pasta Station**:

- Prepare sauces and mise en place for service
- Cook pasta and risotto dishes to order
- Assist in the preparation of antipasti and desserts
- Ensure consistent quality and adherence to hygiene standards
- Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team

**Cold Station**:

- Prepare and plate cold dishes including salads, antipasti, and cold starters
- Ensure high standards of presentation and consistency in all cold station items
- Manage mise en place and stock rotation for the cold section
- Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to support smooth service across all sections

These tasks require attention to detail, analytical & time management skills. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to consistently produce exquisite dishes and create a world class working environment.

**What We Offer**:
Joining Urban Italian Group means becoming part of a vibrant, forward-thinking family where creativity meets collaboration:

- ** Growth & Vision**: Be at the forefront of developing one of Scandinavia’s fastest-growing hospitality brands.
- **Leadership Impact**: Inspire and influence a dynamic team, leaving your mark on operations across multiple brands.
- **Competitive Rewards**: Enjoy a market-leading salary paired with performance-based bonuses.
- **Professional Development**: Access resources and training designed to elevate your culinary and leadership expertise.
- **A Strong and Supportive Foundation**: With our dedicated team behind you, cultivate a positive and thriving kitchen environment.

**Our Trophy Cabinet**
- Diversity price 2023 (51 different nationalities within our family)
- Top 10 most booked restaurants in Stockholm 2023
- Best Sweden's Vegan Pizza 2024
- Sweden's Best F&B Concept 2025
- Best Restaurant in Marbella 2025: awarded by _Vogue Spain_ for our rooftop concept Cielo by Florentine

**How to Apply**:
Ready to bring your culinary vision to life? Send us your **CV in English** and a brief cover letter detailing your experience, your creative vision, and why you’re the perfect fit for our team. We can’t wait to explore the