Commis Chef

UK Parliament • Westminster, CO

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced chef ready to take the next step in your career? Join the Catering Services team at the House of Commons and play a leading role in delivering exceptional food and service for Members, staff, and visitors in one of the most unique workplaces in the country. As a Commis Chef, you'll manage or support the running of a designated kitchen overseeing the planning, preparation, and service of seasonal menus. You'll lead a team of chefs, ensuring food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards remain consistently high. You'll work closely with senior chefs on menu development, stock management, and financial targets, while motivating and developing your team to perform at their best. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your leadership and creativity in a professional, supportive environment at the heart of Parliament. Find out more about working in catering at the House of Commons.

Requirements

• Relevant catering qualifications, such as City & Guilds 706:1 & 2, NVQ Levels 1-3, or equivalent.
• Proven experience working in a professional kitchen, confident managing food production and leading a team to deliver high standards.
• A sound understanding of Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Strong communication and people management skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and support others.

Responsibilities

• Manage or support the running of a designated kitchen overseeing the planning, preparation, and service of seasonal menus.
• Lead a team of chefs, ensuring food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards remain consistently high.
• Work closely with senior chefs on menu development, stock management, and financial targets
• Motivate and develop your team to perform at their best.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees