Chef de Partie

HOUSE OF COMMONS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent governmental institution in London seeks an enthusiastic Chef de Partie to create high-quality dishes. Join the Catering Services team to contribute to a positive kitchen atmosphere while preparing seasonal dishes and assisting with menu development. Ideal candidates will possess relevant catering qualifications and a commitment to food safety standards. This is an exciting opportunity in a unique workplace offering generous leave and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Civil Service pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering high-quality food.
• Ability to work independently and across kitchen sections.
• Strong commitment to exceptional standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present seasonal dishes to high standards.
• Support senior chefs with menu development and training.
• Ensure food safety and stock processes run smoothly.

Skills

Catering qualifications (City & Guilds 706:1 & 2, NVQ Levels 1–3)

Experience in professional kitchen

Food Hygiene knowledge

Health & Safety understanding

Job description

What you’ll be doing

Are you passionate about creating fresh, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen? Join the Catering Services team at the House of Commons and help deliver outstanding food and service for Members, staff, and visitors at the heart of UK democracy.

As a Chef de Partie, you’ll prepare and present seasonal dishes to the highest standards, support senior chefs with menu development, and ensure food safety and stock processes run smoothly. You’ll also guide and motivate junior team members, contributing to a positive and professional kitchen environment.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your creativity and grow your skills in one of the most unique and inspiring workplaces in the country.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons

Why Join us?

• In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:
• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

What we’re looking for

You’re a skilled and enthusiastic chef with a passion for delivering high-quality food and a positive dining experience. You’ll bring:

• Relevant catering qualifications, such as City & Guilds 706:1 & 2, NVQ Levels 1–3, or equivalent.
• Proven experience cooking to a high standard in a professional kitchen confident working across all sections and independently when required.
• A strong understanding of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety practices, with a commitment to maintaining exceptional standards.

Next Steps and Additional Information

• CV – If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV.

Closing date: 1st January 2026.

More information on the application process can be found here:

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.