Deli Food Preparation Expert

Overview

Deli Food Preparation Expert - London

Join the Fortnum & Mason Deli Team! Fortnum & Mason's iconic Food Hall, nestled on the Lower Ground Floor of our Piccadilly flagship store, is celebrated for offering some of the finest and most distinctive deli creations in London. From our hand-folded pies and freshly made pasta to our legendary Scotch eggs and gourmet sandwiches, every item is crafted with care, speed, and a commitment to excellence.

Sourced from exceptional independent producers and prepared daily by our expert team, our deli counters are a destination for culinary delight. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Deli Food Preparation Expert to join our team on a permanent contract, working 16 hours per week in the heart of Piccadilly. Shifts will run Monday to Thursday, mornings only (4 hours per day).

• Competitive hourly rate + paid overtime
• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 5% of salary)
• Up to 40% store and restaurant discounts
• Subsidised staff restaurant using Fortnum's ingredients
• 28 days holiday + a day off for your birthday and 5 extra wellbeing days off
• Matched pension scheme and career development opportunities
• Annual staff party and incredible gifts after 5 years

• Follow recipes and preparation guidelines to maintain quality and compliance
• Maintain impeccable standards of hygiene, stock, and display
• Work closely with other departments to maintain high standards
• Produce a high volume of freshly prepared items while showcasing our signature bagels, savoury small bites, and vibrant, seasonal salads — all crafted with speed, precision, and care
• Work efficiently under pressure, especially during peak hours, ensuring that every item is made to exacting standards without compromising quality or presentation
• Deliver a warm, personalised luxury experience to every customer

• Experience in a fast paced, high volume environment ideally within a deli or similar environment
• Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends
• Outstanding communication skills

This is a great opportunity to demonstrate a genuine passion in delivering a memorable experience to all our customers, as well as developing your skillset within a luxury setting.

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other s differences, to create a truly inclusive environment.

In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards