Contract Type:
Permanent
Full Time
On-site (Parliamentary Estate - Westminster, London)
4th January 2026 at 23:55
Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and love creating high-quality dishes?
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. 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.
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.
Knowledge of food and successfully working in all areas of the kitchen in a high volume, multi outlet, high quality venue.