Chef De Partie - Lasdun | National Theatre

National Theatre; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious cultural venue in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef de Partie to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations. The position involves supporting the head chef, managing food preparation, and maintaining high standards. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and passionate about exceptional food. Benefits include healthcare, career support, exclusive discounts, and a positive workplace culture. This is an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic culinary environment.

Benefits

Healthcare & Wellbeing benefits

Exclusive Perks & Discounts

Meals on duty

Pension scheme

Paid professional subscriptions

Leave & Family Support

Ongoing training & development

Exclusive National Theatre discounts

Qualifications

• Highly organized individual with attention to detail.
• Willing to adapt to the team's needs.
• Leads by example on all HSE practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for holding a section in service.
• Maintain exceptional high standards for all services.
• Assist with the culinary team daily/weekly tasks.

Skills

Confident

Passionate about quality restaurant operations

Detail-focused

Flexible

Safety Led

Curious

Job description

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. The main purpose is to support the head chef in managing the kitchen team, overseeing food preparation, and ensure dishes are executed to the highest standards. The Chef de Partie plays a key role in inventory management, adhering to food safety and health and safety standards, record keeping, events execution, training culinary & FOH team. The chef de partie assists in running the kitchen efficiently and smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for holding a section in service
• Maintain exceptional high standards for all services
• Attend briefings enabling them to perform to expected standards
• Communicate effectively with BOH & FOH team
• Complete relevant H&S paperwork
• Prepare and execute all menu items to specification
• Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure quality control is monitored and maintained
• Assist with the culinary team daily/weekly tasks
• Ensure par levels of menu items are available
• Adhere to all business & HSE policies
• Complete relevant H&S paperwork and insightful end of night reporting

Requirements

• Confident.
• Passionate about quality restaurant operations and delivering exceptional food.
• Detail-focused: Highly organised individual, attention to detail.
• Flexible: Open to working required hours, evening & weekends.
• Willing to adapt to the teams needs.
• Safety Led: Leads by example on all HSE practices across the department and implements best practice.
• Curious: Has a passion & desire to

Chef de Partie Benefits

• Healthcare & Wellbeing - Medicash health benefits (including dental, mental health & optical for you and up to 4 children), free annual health check with Aviva Digicare, discounts at Nuffield Health & Pure Gym, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Exclusive Perks & Discounts - Save on entertainment (up to 55% off cinema tickets), shopping (up to 15% off), Vodafone plans, and travel with top providers such as TUI & Expedia.
• Workplace Benefits - Meals on duty, pension scheme, life assurance, and professional subscriptions paid.
• Leave & Family Support - 23 days + bank holidays, your birthday off, extra leave after maternity return, a day off for your baby's 1st birthday, and a holiday purchase scheme.
• Career & Financial Support - Ongoing training & development, career pathways, financial wellbeing programme, and preferred rates on salary finance products.
• Exclusive National Theatre discounts (15% off outlets, 25% off Bookshop, complimentary show tickets)
• Food & drink discounts (Kerb Card: 50% off drinks, 20% off food at Seven Dials Market)
• VIP last-minute O2 show tickets (subject to availability)
• Discounted onsite parking (£4/day)

Who are Levy?

Levy, part of Compass Group, known for delivering exceptional food, drink, and hospitality experiences at world-renowned venues such as Wimbledon, Twickenham, and Tottenham Hotspur. Focused on sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, Levy prides itself on using sustainably sourced ingredients and providing outstanding service. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero by 2027, partnering with the British Paralympic Association, and ensuring all team members earn at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

Why Join Us?

At Levy UK & Ireland, we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion, valuing every individual's unique strengths. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and success. We promote fairness, ensure all voices are heard, and provide equal opportunities for all.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply to this Chef de Partie vacancy and join us in creating a supportive, equitable workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. Together, we achieve greatness.