Sous Chef

House of Commons; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious government institution in the City of London is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure high food quality, and manage kitchen staff. The ideal candidate will have relevant catering qualifications and demonstrate strong cooking skills. This role offers generous annual leave and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 30 days

Civil Service pension scheme with 27% employer contribution

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Relevant catering qualifications i.e. City and Guilds 706:1&2 or NVQ level 1,2&3.
• Experience managing, motivating and developing kitchen staff.
• Ability to demonstrate good cooking skills and work in a high-quality kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operation of kitchen and support menu planning.
• Ensure food quality, presentation and safety standards.
• Supervise and develop kitchen staff and uphold health standards.

Skills

Cooking skills

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Education

Catering qualifications (City and Guilds 706:1&2 or NVQ level 1,2&3)

Job description

As a Sous Chef at the House of Commons, you'll help lead the daily operation of a designated kitchen, supporting menu planning, food production and service to the highest standards. You'll bring creativity to seasonal menus, ensure accurate costings and maintain excellent food quality, presentation and safety. You'll also supervise and develop your team, delegate tasks effectively and uphold strict Food Safety, Health & Safety and hygiene standards. Working in this unique and prestigious environment, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences across Parliament.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must have relevant catering qualifications i.e. City and Guilds 706:1&2 or NVQ level 1,2&3 or equivalent qualification(s).
• Experience of managing, motivating and developing kitchen staff, giving feedback and supporting development. Must show evidence of own development and training.
• Must be able to demonstrate good cooking skills, knowledge of food and successfully working in all areas of the kitchen in a high volume, multi‑outlet, high‑quality venue.

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

Benefits

• 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.